Decision Maker: Council

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: December 9, 2025

Purpose: • The compilation and publication of the Director of Social Services Annual report is a statutory requirement. • The purpose of the report is to give an overview of the performance of the social services department within Torfaen County Borough Council. It is a retrospective review of activity within the period 1st April 2024 to 31st March 2025. • The report highlights key developments and achievements over the period 2024/25 • The report reflects Torfaen’s ongoing commitment to reducing inequality and improving well-being within a social care framework, guided by the Marmot principles and evidenced within the County Plan (2022–2027). • Social care operates in a challenging environment, with rising demand, varied workforce pressures, and financial constraints, but the focus remains on community resilience, prevention, and partnership working. • The report should be considered alongside the County Plan, Marmot Principles and the developments relating to the Torfaen Deal.

Content: Council unanimously agreed to approve and adopt the Director of Social Services Annual report (2024/25) as set out in appendix one to the report.