The Panel comprises representatives of the 15 local
authorities in wider Essex, a co-opted member and two independent members. It
meets at least four times a year to scrutinise the work of the Police, Fire and
Crime Commissioner, exercising the function as a critical friend, in support of
the Commissioner. Uttlesford District Council’s representative on the Panel is
Councillor Colin Day. The Panel is external to UDC – further information can be
found here https://cmis.essex.gov.uk/essexcmis5/EssexPolice,FireandCrimePanel.aspx.