Sector: Local Gov

Inspecting local authority children’s services: Ofsted and the role of children’s services scrutiny

This paper supports the work of non-Executive Councillors involved in the business of local authority Children’s Scrutiny.


The use of call-in: guidance for English authorities

A technical paper giving advice on the operation and review of critical elements of governance framework for local authorities in England.


The review and redrafting of constitutions: guidance for English authorities

A technical paper giving advice on the operation and review of critical elements of governance framework for local authorities in England.


Reviewing schemes of delegation: guidance for English authorities

A technical paper giving advice on the operation and review of critical elements of governance framework for local authorities in England.


Health Scrutiny – A Short Guide

An introductory guide and overview of Health and Adult Services Scrutiny.


Scrutiny of Children’s Services – A Short Guide

A guide to scrutiny of Children’s Services within local authorities.


Local Public Accounts Committees

A paper which discusses governance and partnerships in the context of local Public Accounts Committees.


10 Questions on Cyber Security

An LGA guide is for councillors sitting on scrutiny committees, and the officers who support them.


Scrutiny Practitioners Guide

A go-to guide for all scrutiny practitioners.


Cost-of-Living Information Digest

An information digest for local authorities undertaking, or planning to undertake, research on the cost-of-living crisis.