Welcome to Newport Overview and Scrutiny

One of the key roles for non executive councillors is to undertake an Overview and Scrutiny role for the council. Scrutiny plays an essential role in promoting accountability in local authorities’ decision making process. Scrutiny can also assist in aligning council policy and its priorities, promoting efficiency and effectiveness and enhancing partnerships work.

Latest News!

• Shop Shutters – Our Scrutiny Councillors would like to hear your views on roller shutters used by shops and other commercial premises. Contact the scrutiny team on 01633 656656 or info@newport.gov.uk

• Caring for Carers – we recently held a Carers Question Time to speak to Carers about the problems that they experience.
• ‘The Heat is On’ - Fuel Poverty Under Scrutiny - This project recently won a “Highly Commended” award at the Centre for Public Scrutiny’s Good Scrutiny Awards 2010. Click on the link to find out about project, and read our recommendations for how the council should promote Affordable Warmth in Newport.

Follow the links below to find out more about Scrutiny in Newport

Current and Recent Projects: Find out what the Forums are currently working upon, and how you can get involved in our projects.

Scrutiny Resource Zone: A useful reference section for Members, officers, local organisations and the public who have an interest in Overview and Scrutiny.

Scrutiny Role and Structure: Find out more about the role of Overview and Scrutiny, and how it works in Newport.

Archive: Find past projects and archive material from the web pages.

Contact Us : find out more about the Scrutiny Team and how to contact us

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