Scrutiny has carved a niche

Friday 14th March 2008, 12:45PM GMT.

The Scrutiny Committee Milk Law review panel sits at the Peninsula Hotel.

IT STARTED with a blank sheet of paper four years ago. But according to members of Scrutiny, the committee has managed to establish its place in government.

The States yesterday approved the committee’s performance report. Scrutiny chairwoman Jean Pritchard said establishing something that was quite different in government had been tough.

‘I think it’s worked despite all the problems over the lack of resources in the beginning. Over time, we’ve done well in setting the foundations,’ said Deputy Pritchard, pictured right. Former Scrutiny member Richard Cox said he was more than glad the committee was receiving greater recognition.