Decision Maker: Children, Families and Skills Scrutiny Committee

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: October 22, 2025

Purpose: The "Where Our Children Live" (WOCL) programme is a strategic initiative by Lancashire County Council to reshape children’s residential provision, aiming to provide more local, high-quality homes for children in care. The vision is to create "Lancashire homes for Lancashire children," reducing reliance on costly agency placements and keeping children closer to their families, schools, and communities

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