Category: News
Launch of National Scrutiny Officers’ Network
In this guest post, Fiona Bottrill, Senior Overview and Scrutiny Manager at Birmingham City Council, and her colleagues at the County and Unitary Officers’ Network are now welcoming a wider group of officers, and rebranding as the National Scrutiny Officers’ Network
What the committee system’s end means for councils facing transition
As the government announces an end to the committee system for local government, we examine its wider consequences for councils
What would you put in your local democracy shield?
Mel Stevens attended the recent Eurocities conference, Upgrading Local Democracy, where mayors from across Europe gathered to discuss how they can strengthen local democracy at a time of global democratic decline. It prompted her to ask, what can we prioritise preserving – using a ‘democracy shield’ from local democracy?
Thank you for making the CfGS Annual Conference amazing – now we need your help
Thanks to the vibrant community of delegates, speakers, panellists, and facilitators who brought energy, expertise, and fresh thinking to our conference … Now we would love your thoughts on how to continue the conversations
Fireside Chat: English Devolution White Paper
Watch our fireside chat explaining more about the English Devolution White Paper, what it includes, and how the changes it proposes will affect local government and delivering scrutiny and governance.
English Devolution White Paper Explainer
Learn more about the English Devolution White Paper with our explainer.
The challenge of reforming standards
Camilla de Bernhardt Lane has been part of conversations with the government to help its work improving the regime. She explains how important getting standards right is, and the trade-off that makes this such a difficult challenge.
Notwestminster 2025
Read a firsthand account of what it’s like to take part in Notwestminster, and why CfGS felt it was important to sponsor it.
English Devolution White Paper: governance and scrutiny are vital
This blog explores the key announcements from the English Devolution White Paper, examining what the proposed local government mergers mean for governance, scrutiny, and the future of strategic authorities across England.
Shining a Light on Governance and Scrutiny: Introducing our new brand identity
A new look for CfGS is revealed, including why we wanted to change our branding and how the new logo aligns with our commitment to clear and effective governance.