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RESOLVED: Cabinet;
·      
Supported the new service delivery model and
proposed service specifications for the 0-19 Health Visiting and
School Nursing Service from 1st April 2025.
·      
Approved the start of a six-week public consultation
commencing on 30th September 2024 on the proposed new service
model, partnership agreement and changes to the service
specifications.
 
REASONS RESOLVED:
1.    
The 0-19 HCP service is a local authority mandatory
service that supports the improvements of health and wellbeing
outcomes of children and young people and families.
2.    
To comply with national legislation and the policy
of the council.
3.    
The recommended course of action is the most
cost-effective and will enable WNC to integrate the 0-19 service
with children services under the children’s services
directorate.
 
ALTERNATIVE OPTIONS:
WNC and NHFT have developed a
new service model, and NHFT considers the new model to be
affordable within the financial envelope.