Glasgow councillors are raising concerns about the scrutiny committee’s impact after its annual review, seeking more influence in strategic planning.
The council has a rule that says they need to check how well each committee is doing every year. This helps them see what’s working and what needs fixing.
During the latest meeting, councillors expressed doubts about the committee’s power. Councillor Martha Wardrop shared her feelings of being somewhat powerless. She wants the committee to have more say in planning.
Martha believes they should celebrate their achievements more. She feels it’s important for everyone’s job satisfaction too. If they’ve tackled issues, that should be recognized.
A council officer responded, saying the committee has indeed made a difference. They mentioned that the committee helped shape new commitments in the city’s strategic plan.
The officer reassured everyone that their voices are heard and promised to share a list of the commitments that will be reviewed.
