Decision details

To be acquainted with the background, justification, process, conclusions and recommendations arising from the Overview and Scrutiny task and finish study on the Council’s scheme of appointments to outside bodies and Internal Drainage Boards.

The Cabinet has agreed to

(a)  implement a proper reporting process;

(b)  identify the relevant Officers to take ownership of the relationship between the Council, Councillor and Organisation or Board;

(c)  establish regular communication between Officers and nominated Councillors to ensure consistency and clarity;

(d)  develop a job description to establish clarity and consistency for appointed Councillors;

(e)  set clear expectations for Members and ensure they are able to fulfil the duties of the role when appointed;

(f)  review the list of organisations and boards appointed to; and

(g)  ensure that appointments are non-political and are made taking Ward and specialist expertise into account.

As outlined in the report.

As outlined in the report.

As outlined in the report.