Minutes:
Johnny Kyriacou informed Schools Forum that there had recently been an informal meeting with the DfE who had requested a more formal meeting with LA representatives for an update in June/July.
The DSG Management Plan was very comprehensive, and work was ongoing to maintain it: this included ensuring contracts in place were appropriate, that funding was being spent appropriately and value for money was being obtained.
The Council had recently recognised the High Needs Block situation and the issue was being kept under their review. It was not possible at this time to advise on how much could be saved although Schools Forum and the DfE were assured they would be made aware of any savings.
The input of Headteachers and SEND colleagues would form part of the process.