Agenda item

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

The Sub-Committee received a report of the Director of Community and Children’s Services regarding the steps made towards increasing young people’s engagement and participation in care services.

In response to an enquiry by Member’s relating to the potential problems associated with the use of Facebook as a forum, officers confirmed that the Children in Care Council had been briefed on the importance of privacy on social media. Members recognised that social media use was important to engagement with young people; however the dangers of the information becoming public should be recognised. Officers confirmed a risk assessment would be carried out.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.