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The Scrutiny Officer outlined details of the Annual Scrutiny Report 2016/17 for Members consideration.  The annual report included a review of the scrutiny work programme for the past year and assessed the impact scrutiny had had on influencing policy and holding the Executive to account. In particular, the Committee’s work, in conjunction with the Neighbourhoods and Community Services Scrutiny Panel on housing was highlighted. Significant work had been undertaken during 2016/17 in relation to the Council’s Housing Service, which included the Housing Revenue Account, the allocations policy and addressing issues regarding homelessness.

The Chair thanked the Vice-Chair of the Committee and all Chairs and Vice-Chairs of the panels for their support and leadership throughout the year. Officers were also thanked for their contributions to the Overview and Scrutiny function.     

Recommended to Council – That the Annual Scrutiny Report 2016/17 be endorsed.