Topic: Governance risk and Resilience
This section provides links to material connected to the CfGS/Localis “Governance risk and resilience framework”, a set of guidance designed to support local authorities understand and address risk and weaknesses in their governance systems from the perspective of culture and behaviours.
This material, the bulk of which was initially published in 2021, was funded by a consortium of organisations including the LGA, HM Government, CIPFA, Local Partnerships and the law firm Trowers & Hamlins.
Effective scrutiny of finance – a practice guide
This guide explains how effective scrutiny of council financial planning should focus on a council’s medium term financial planning
Committee system amendments – an explainer
The government’s amendments to the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill will allow a small number of councils to keep the committee system for a limited time
What a Summer!
A refection on activity over the summer, covering elections and devolution and the new Government’s agenda.
Turn and face the changes
Key messages from Mel Stevens on the governance of public services, as featured in the Municipal Journal.
The alchemy of governance – understanding the golden triangle
An introduction to relationships in the “golden triangle” of Monitoring Officer, Chief Finance Officer and Chief Executive.
Audit, scrutiny and risk
Our latest publication summarising research on how audit and scrutiny can work together to tackle the management and oversight of risk.
Civility, equality, tolerance and the management of council meetings
A dive into relationships, behaviours and conduct management, involving members, officers, and the public.
Engaging with the outcome of peer review to inform improvement
Information about external review and peer-led assurance techniques, associated with the “Corporate Peer Challenge.”
CfGS Submission to LUHC Select Committee Call for Evidence on Oflog
CfGS insights on the establishment of the Office for Local Government (Oflog).
Fitting scrutiny into the local assurance framework
Exploration of how scrutiny is used effectively in quality assurance and who is responsible for this.