This committee scrutinises and takes and overview of the work of the council with a particular focus on the frameworks, performance and value for money of those services directly provided by the council.  It is 1 of 2 scrutiny committees.

Its work is conducted through an agreed programme by none executive (backbench) councillors and it aims to:

• Be independent of the executive and form its own inquires, agendas and views allowing decision maker to held to account publicly
• Act as a critical friend
• Engage communities and allow “their voice to be heard”
• Make a difference

The committee’s work is conducted through formal committee meetings and informal panels using many forms of working including: commenting on decisions about to be taken; reviewing or suggesting policies and strategies; performance monitoring; taking evidence and conducting consultations

This committee will also reconsider decisions that have been taken by the City Executive Board and formally “called in” by members of the Council