The Cabinet decided on 14 October 2025 to authorise the Executive Director of Children, Young People and Education and Director of Children's Services to procure and manage a contract for an Integrated Domestic Abuse Service. The contract will be for an initial period of two years with an option to extend for a further two years, with an estimated overall value of £3,488,000. This decision allows the Council to meet its statutory duties under the Domestic Abuse Act 2021.