Phil Rook

Children and Families Overview and Scrutiny Panel - Thursday, 2nd July, 2026 10.00 am

The Children and Families Overview and Scrutiny Panel of Worcestershire Council is scheduled to meet on Thursday 2 July 2026 to discuss a range of important issues concerning the wellbeing and development of children and young people in the county. Key topics scheduled for discussion include the national SEND reform programme and Worcestershire's local plan, public health initiatives for children and young people, and a review of performance and draft budget monitoring for the 2025/2026 financial year. The panel is also expected to consider its work programme for the upcoming year.

Overview and Scrutiny Performance Board - Wednesday, 24th June, 2026 10.00 am

The Overview and Scrutiny Performance Board met to discuss the Corporate Transformation Programme, the Budget Scrutiny Process for 2027/28, and the refresh of the Scrutiny Work Programme. The Board was asked to provide comments to inform the Council's consideration of the Corporate Transformation Programme and to identify any further information or scrutiny required. The Board was invited to provide comments to inform Cabinet's consideration of the budget process and to identify any areas requiring further scrutiny. The Board considered the proposed refresh of the Scrutiny Work Programme for 2026/27 and was asked to consider whether any additional issues should be added to its work programme. The Board was informed that the refreshed Scrutiny Work Programme would be submitted to full Council for approval.

Overview and Scrutiny Performance Board - Monday, 17th November, 2025 2.00 pm

The Overview and Scrutiny Performance Board of Worcestershire Council met on Monday 17 November 2025. The meeting's agenda focused on two primary areas: an update on the Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) proposal for One Worcestershire and a review of the Board's work programme and the Cabinet Forward Plan. The discussions were based on reports provided to attendees, and the actual proceedings or decisions made are not detailed here.

Overview and Scrutiny Performance Board - Thursday, 16th October, 2025 10.00 am

The Overview and Scrutiny Performance Board met to discuss the One Worcestershire local government reorganisation proposal, its financial implications, and the scrutiny work programme for the coming year. Councillors expressed concerns about the lack of a complete business case, the potential for council tax increases, and the need for public consultation. The Board agreed to explore options for an additional meeting to scrutinise the One Worcestershire proposal before it goes to the full council.

Corporate and Communities Overview and Scrutiny Panel - Friday, 11th July, 2025 10.00 am

The Corporate and Communities Overview and Scrutiny Panel were scheduled to meet to discuss options for County Hall, review performance and budget monitoring, and consider their work programme for the coming year.