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Democratic Services Committee
Participation Strategy
RESOLVED (a) That the Local Member be informed of petitions within their ward, and be involved in the consultation process to determine whether a petition is acceptable and accurate. The Head of Democratic Services suggested that a formal review of the Petition Scheme be brought to the Committee, as amendments made would need to determined by Council. • Councillor Clements then referred to some of the positive outcomes as a result of the Participation Strategy, such as more engagement with members of the public through questions to Council and petitions, which was said to be beneficial. • …
Policy and Pre-decision Overview and Scrutiny Committee. Scrutiny committees question decisions and can recommend changes. They don't make the decision.
Participation Strategy action plan update
The committee noted the report. It asked for an update on the Action Plan in 12 months' time.
Democratic Services Committee
Participation Strategy - Member Engagement
RESOLVED That the suggested Survey attached at Appendix 1 be approved.
Democratic Services Committee
Participation Strategy - Member Engagement
RESOLVED That the findings of the survey be noted.
Democratic Services Committee
Participation Strategy
RESOLVED That the revised Participation Strategy Action Plan be noted.
Policy and Pre-decision Overview and Scrutiny Committee. Scrutiny committees question decisions and can recommend changes. They don't make the decision.
Participation Strategy action plan mid-year update
The committee noted the revised Participation Strategy Action Plan for 2025-26.
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