Agenda item

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

The Committee received a report of the Executive Director, Community and Children’s Services, in respect of the City of London’s Women’s Project which opened in April 2023. Members noted that the project provided the  City Corporation’s first dedicated accommodation service for women who are homeless and fleeing domestic abuse. By outlining the rationale behind the project's creation, the report explained its significance in fulfilling the City of London's legal and ethical obligations towards these vulnerable women, while also reinforcing its commitment to addressing Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) as part of the broader City of London Corporation agenda.

During the discussion the following points were noted:

Members commended an excellent report and imaginative use of grant funding.

The Chair asked if consideration could be given to women with no recourse to public funds.  

The Committee would receive a further report at the end of the year, with a comprehensive business case, to demonstrate the impact of the project and ensure its continuity.

Clarity was sought in respect of those ‘who identify as women’.

Platforms will be used to ensure the rooms are used to capacity and available to surrounding boroughs. 

The resource has a specialist in BAME women. 

The 16-18 year olds would be covered by extra safeguarding measures until age 25.

RESOLVED, that – the report be noted.