[UPDATE: this document was published in 2017, and scrutiny practice in combined authorities has evolved significantly since then. The Scrutiny Protocol (supported by Government’s statutory scrutiny guidance, updated in 2024) now provides the most reliable advice on scrutiny practice in CAs. CfGS is preparing to update its own guidance material to support those councils on the Devolution Priority Programme to design arrangements that are fit for purpose]
Overview and scrutiny in combined authorities: a plain English guide provides officers and members with a straightforward guide to the legislation as it relates to scrutiny in combined authority (CA) areas.
The guide covers key areas such as, the role of scrutiny, resourcing the function, who should form part of the combined scrutiny group, who to chair committees, co-opting etc.
This report forms part of our ongoing work to support local government devolution.
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