Sector: Local Gov
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.
Council size changes: learning lessons from submissions and implementation
Research on the process electoral review in England, 2022.