Agenda and minutes

No apologies for absence were received

Members are reminded of their personal responsibility to declare any personal and prejudicial interest in respect of matters contained in this agenda in accordance with the provisions of the Local Government and Finance Act 1992 relating to Council Tax, the Local Government Act 2000, the Council’s Constitution and the Members Code of Conduct

Note:

(a)  Members are reminded that they must identify the item number and subject matter that their interest relates to and signify the nature of the personal interest and

(b)  Where Members withdraw from a Meeting as a consequence of the disclosure of a prejudicial interest they must notify the Chair when they leave

No declarations of interest were received

To consider the attached report

The following questions were raised;

Questions raised regarding September Agenda planning

No referrals were received

To consider report of the Deputy Chief Executive

The following questions were raised;

Can a list of all organizations involved in the Community Safety Partnership be circulated?

What are the key challenges for this area?

What are the best mechanisms for us as a scrutiny committee to observe the issues happening?

Can we ask that the police representatives attend the crime and disorder committee at any time?

Questions raised regarding concerns of dangerous biking.

Questions raised regarding capacity issues and impact on 101 services.

Could training and Reports be provided for members?

Did we address the recommendations in each report and how have we added value?

The committee felt value had been added.

Any outstanding actions?  Feedback from workshops / task and finish groups / enquiry days, etc.

Invitation extended to councillors for collaboration with the OU.

Meeting set to design Forward Work Programme