Agenda item

Report of the Director of Community and Children’s Services.

The Sub Committee received a report of the Partnership for Young London, which provided an update on the Pan London Children in Care Council, which is sponsored by the City of London Corporation, in conjunction with the Association of London Directors of Children’s Services (ALDCS). The report covered progress on deliverables, outcomes and partnerships developed.

Members asked if there are any areas of good practice in the private sector, noting that care leavers are three times more likely to be unemployed.   The Officer advised of a covenant whereby organisations can pledge their commitment; i.e. - two high profile organisations have offered laptops and training to care leavers.

The Chair advised  of a free prescription service and a group of dentists across London, who are offering support to care leavers.

In respect of the 2-year funding, the Department will be looking to maximise resources in other organisations: i.e. – HMIP, in respect of getting young people back into employment, and a lot of private sector employers are supporting this.   There is a strong governance group across London, feeding into leading care networks.

The Chair met with the Executive Director, Community and Children’s Services, to organise a member briefing promoting apprenticeships in City Organisations.

RESOLVED, that – the report be noted.