Decision Maker:

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: September 3, 2024

Purpose:

Content: 9.1 The Strategic Director of Children’s Services introduced the report which provided an update on the performance and governance of Children’s services, including progress in meeting DCS (Director of Children’s Services) accountabilities and delivering on the statutory requirements. It also provided an update regarding progress in relation to the Council’s Delivery Plan, key strategic events and issues on the horizon. Additionally, the report sets out the forward plan for Education, Children and Families Committee agreed by Strategy and Resources Committee on 30th May 2024.   9.2 RESOLVED UNANIMOUSLY: That the Education, Children and Families Policy Committee:- Note the Strategic Director of Children’s Services report and agrees key activity for the coming months. Agree Education, Children and Families workplan for the following year and hold regular knowledge briefings related to the work programme.   9.3 Reasons for Decision 9.3.1 The report provided an update with regards to Children’s Services activities for Members. 9.4 Alternatives Considered and Rejected 9.4.1 Not applicable – no decision or change is being proposed.