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Purpose of the
Committee:
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To actively promote and strengthen the City of Lincoln
Council’s community leadership role of speaking up for the
people of Lincoln on any matters which affect their well being.
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Terms of
Reference:
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To engage and consult with Lincoln residents to assist the Council
in being fully aware of their issues,
concerns and aspirations so these inform the policies and decision
making of the Council, giving particular attention to the needs of
disadvantaged groups.
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To engage with all relevant stakeholders including all public,
private and third sector organisations, seeking to promote
effective partnerships for meeting the needs of the City.
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To exercise the powers granted to the Council by Parliament for the
scrutiny of the decisions of external organisations or groups whose
decisions appear to have an impact on
the people of the City of Lincoln and seek to influence these in
the interests of local people.
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To enhance the transparency of local decision making by enabling
elected members to have the opportunity to hold service providers
to account for their performance.
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To scrutinise any emerging legislation which directly impacts on
people in Lincoln, seeking to exert influence on behalf of local
people.
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To respond, in collaboration with the Council's Executive to any
Government or other external consultation process ensuring that the
Council's voice is heard on all matters affecting the well being of
the City.
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Membership:
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The Committee will consist of 8 Elected Members.
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