To seek the Committee's views on the adequacy of the County Council's control environment as a contribution to the proper economic, efficent and effective use of resources for the year from 1 April 2011 to 31 March 2012.
To (1) provide information on compliance with the County Council's Code of Corporate Governance and any changes to it that may be necessary to maintain it and ensure its effectiveness on practice; and (2) seek the Committee's approval of the County Council's Annual Governance Statement in compliance with the requirements of the Accoutns and Audit Regulations 2011.
To outline the terms of reference and agree membership of the Joint Member Reference Group with Children's Services Scrutiny Committee to consider the local authority powers, responsibilities and roles in relation to schools.