Decision Maker: Together for Families Overview and Scrutiny Committee

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: November 19, 2025

Purpose:

Content: Following consideration of the above, it was moved by Councillor Ewert, seconded by Councillor Gow and   RESOLVED that   1.  The updated Council Parenting Strategy be welcomed and endorsed and the importance role Councillors played as Corporate Parent was recognised and the Committee committed to meeting its Corporate Parenting responsibilities through future Council work. 2.  It be Recommended to Cabinet that the Corporate Parenting Strategy be approved subject to the following: (a)   The prioritisation of outdoor access and environmental be made more visible in strategy. (b)  Councillor mandatory training and communications on Corporate Parenting be reviewed and strengthened.