Agenda item

5.1  The committee reviewed the outcome of its informal discussion of scrutiny arrangements in view of the budget reduction in 2012/13.

RESOLVED:

1.  That in 2012/13 the number of scrutiny sub-committees be reduced from five to three.

2.  That members of the committee liaise with political group members about the possible composition and terms of reference of the future sub-committees.

3.  That the head of overview & scrutiny consult chief officers to ensure that any necessary areas are covered within the terms of reference of the sub-committees.

4.  That the meeting of the committee in December agree formal recommendations on the composition and terms of reference of overview & scrutiny committee and its sub-committees for the 2012/13 municipal year.