Council & Democracy

To fulfil all the functions of an overview and scrutiny committee as they relate to –

·        the review, scrutiny  and development of policy recommendations,

·        the management of performance,

·        the monitoring of progress against corporate priorities and

·        the formulation of advice for the Cabinet,  Council and other partners and stakeholders.

To have specific responsibility for (but not limited to):–

·        the scrutiny of the Children and Young People Block of the Swindon Local Area Agreement;

·        Education within Swindon;

·        the provision of opportunities for education, training and learning outside of the school environment including pre-school, adult and community learning and the Youth Service;

·        Social services for children and young people;

·        the delivery of services to children and young people in Swindon generally.