Agenda item

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

The Committee considered a report of the Executive Director of Community and Children’s Services the Children and Young People’s Plan 2022-25.

In response to a Member’s concern regarding the consultation and access to information Officers confirmed that this was due to be a key component of the action plan going forward as a vital element of work. It was confirmed that communication policy in reference to the Plan In addition it was confirmed that the provision of the sporting facilities  would be addressed outside of the meeting.

The Chairman requested that there was an ongoing consultation with relevant groups to ensure appropriate engagement.

Officers confirmed, in response to a Member’s query, that the survey results were anonymised so the any specific response could not be attributed to any specific persons or institution.

A Member expressed concern regarding the number of people responding in their ward. The Chairman added that, despite the consultation being advertised on the Corporation’s networks, some Members were not aware and requested that this be considered in future consultation.

Officers replied on the provision of sporting facilities confirming the current offering in this area and added that there would be the report brought to the Committee on options for further provision of these facilities.

Answering a Member’s query Officers outlined the reasoning behind the outcomes presented in the Plan with the Chairman adding that if there were any further points that needed to be incorporated in the action plan these could be added that the next stage of the process.

Resolved- That the Children and Young People’s Plan 2022–25 be approved.