Purpose

To report on the outcome of the Care Inspectorate Wales Improvement Check of Adult Services in March 2026 and next steps.

Decision

(a)    That Members welcome the steps taken by the local authority to address areas for improvement identified in the 2023 CIW inspection which demonstrates progress in all areas; and

(b)    That Members support the comprehensive action plan together with the submission of annual updates to secure further improvement to meet statutory duties and achieve consistent, sustainable and assured practice across adult services.