Decision Maker: Economy and Skills Policy Committee

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: July 28, 2025

Purpose: To seek approval to accept and spend government funding for community learning from WECA and the Education and Skills Funding Agency.

Content: That the Committee for Economy and Skills 1.      Authorised the Head of Service (Employment, Skills and Lifelong Learning) in consultation with the Chair of the Economy and Skills Committee to take all steps required to negotiate with WECA and the ESFA to accept and spend all Adult Skills, Tailored Learning and Skills Bootcamp funding streams of up to £2m to deliver the Community Learning and Skills Bootcamp programmes outlined in this report. 2.      Approved the Adult Learning Service Fees Policy for 2025/26.