Decision

1.    To note the report.

Action by:

INTERIM CORPORATE DIRECTOR OF CHILDREN, SCHOOLS AND FAMILIES (I. CATTERMOLE)

Strategy, Policy and Performance Officer (V. Allen)

Councillor Amy Whitelock, the Lead Scrutiny Member for Children, Schools and Families introduced the report. She thanked the officers who took part for their full and frank engagement. She then highlighted the recommendations that had been produced.

She praised the efforts of staff at the Children’s Centres for their good work and the efforts to protect front line services from the effects of cuts but did highlight those areas where there was evidence of problems.

In response Councillor Oliur Rahman, the Cabinet Member for Children’s Services thanked Councillor Amy Whitelock and the other Scrutiny Members involved for their work. He reaffirmed the Administration’s commitment to the Children’s Centres and highlighted that all were still open despite the financial pressures the Council was facing. He also gave reassurances as to his own commitment to monitor the service.

The Mayor added his thanks for the work done and confirmed his intention to note the report and reflect on the recommendations.

Resolved

1.    To note the report.