[David Collins]

Your Scrutiny Committee structure - 6 Committees which broadly follow Cabinet Member pirtfolios. We dont have work groups (yet)

They meet each month - times vary between 8.30 and 4,45

10 Councillors on each - all are pol balanced. Chairs receive allowance. No vice chairs

Pros - clear lines of accountability - Cons - silo mentality??

Go to www.newport.gov.uk/scrutiny to find out more...

Hope this helps,

[Matthew Garrard]

Rather than repeat and repeat, why not include the details on the Local Authorities page that the CfPS has kindly provided for us... (Ed happy to take cash or cheque)

[Howard Boots]

Hi Louise,

In Tameside:

4 Scrutiny Panels (OSCs) that mirror cabinet portfolios together with LSP thematic partnerships and the LAA.

They meet monthly 2 at 2pm and 2 at 5pm.

Membership varies between 9 and 17 and they are politically balanced one chaired by opposition - 2 deputy chairs from opposition.

Chairs paid approx £10k and Deputies approx £2k.

Format very much based on select cttees, very short agendas, members can get very involved, built up good reputation, in depth reports well received but policy reviews can take a long time.

Regards,

Howard