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This item was noted.

The Head of Legal and Democratic Services provided an overview of the report contained in the agenda pack.

Members asked how effective the Citizens Panel was; how often does it meet and in what forum. The Head of Legal and Democratic Services confirmed that the panel were generally contacted for their views via surveys and information was emailed back to the relevant officer. Feedback on policies and proposed new arrangements could be sought from the panel as and when required before policy development is undertaken. Members commented that there was a limit to the amount of times annually, that panel members could be contacted.

This item was noted.