The Health Scrutiny Panel is a Sub-Committee of the Overview and Scrutiny Committee and undertakes the Council’s functions under the Health and Social Care Act 2001.  The Panel’s Terms of Reference are:-

(a)       To review and scrutinise matters relating to the health service within the Council’s area and make reports and recommendations in accordance with any regulations made thereunder;

            (b)       To respond to consultation exercises undertaken by an NHS body; and

            (c)        To question appropriate officers of local NHS bodies in relation to the policies adopted and the provision of the services.