I had to go to Mole Valley Council offices in Dorking last night for a training session on Scrutiny.

It was a very interesting session and I think I learned a lot - I hadn't realised there were so many different types of question.

Need to read "A hard nut to crack" and "13 steps to scrutiny success". The first I found and linked to. The second I'm wondering if it shouldn't have been, "14 steps to scrutiny success".

I think the most interesting thing about the evening was meeting councillors from other authorities and seeing them in action. Part of the evening was spent on a role playing exercise. I can see how difficult it must sometimes be for officers who may have to answer questions without trying to blame someone who may have ignored their advice.

I shall have my first taste of the real thing next Wednesday, 13th June.