Decision Maker: Joint Education, Youth & Culture and Social & Health Care Overview & Scrutiny Committee

Outcome: For Determination

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: June 26, 2025

Purpose: To endorse a refreshed Corporate Parenting Strategy for looked after children.   The Strategy includes a co-produced ‘Pledge’ for our care experienced children through our Children’s Services Forum. 

Content: (a)     That the Committee support the updated Corporate Parenting Strategy; and   (b)     That an annual update on the Corporate Parenting Strategy and implementation of the Plan be added to the Committee’s Forward Work Programme to be presented to a future meeting, with the report to include case studies.