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Scrutiny – what is it and how can you get involved?

North Hertfordshire District Council's Scrutiny Committee acts as a check and balance on decisions made by the Council's Cabinet. They help to shape new policies and make suggestions for improvement. Another part of their role is to conduct investigations on issues relevant to the local community.

You can get involved by:

  • Suggesting a topic for investigation
  • Providing evidence at meetings or in writing
  • Becoming a co-optee on a topic group

Current Scrutiny Reviews:

Reports of Completed Scrutiny Reviews:

2006 - 2007

The following document is in PDF format & will open in a NEW WINDOW. You will need Adobe reader to view it. This can be obtained by clicking the 'Get Adobe Reader' link that follows the document.     Review of Affordable Housing  

The following document is in PDF format & will open in a NEW WINDOW. You will need Adobe reader to view it. This can be obtained by clicking the 'Get Adobe Reader' link that follows the document.     Review of Partnership working with Parishes & Town Councils

Scrutiny Annual Report:

The following document is in PDF format & will open in a NEW WINDOW. You will need Adobe reader to view it. This can be obtained by clicking the 'Get Adobe Reader' link that follows the document.     Scrutiny Annual Report 2007-08

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If you would like to know more about the work of the Council's Scrutiny Committee or if you would like to be involved in future topic groups, please contact the Scrutiny Officer on: 01462 474000 or email service@north-herts.gov.uk

Useful information

The Centre for Public Scrutiny

IDea Knowledge

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