Climate Emergency and Sustainability Policy Development and Scrutiny Panel

The Climate Emergency and Sustainability Policy Development and Scrutiny Panel scrutinises the council's performance and assists in developing policies related to climate change, the environment, and sustainability. It reviews performance data, evaluates the impact of council decisions, and can call in cabinet decisions before they are implemented. The panel's remit covers areas such as tackling the climate emergency, natural environment, planning policy, building control, housing, transport, highways, waste management, and flood risk. Its work helps ensure the council meets its targets and adheres to agreed policies.