Agenda item

The Panel considered a draft proposed revised Corporate Parenting (CPP) Terms of Reference (TOR). It noted that the amendments had been submitted following recommendation from the LGA review and alignment with best practice from other local authorities.

(Cllr Gill joined the meeting).

During discussion, the Panel made the following comments:

• Welcomed the inclusion of the CPP vision and further expansion of the responsibilities of the Panel (At point 4). It was felt that this would provide a better understanding to new panel members.
• Noted recommended membership (At point 5) from all agencies, particularly strategic managers - key to strengthening the effectiveness of the panel. It was acknowledged that regular attendance was needed from all agencies and that the Chair would write to the Director of Housing regarding this issue.
• Highlighted that in July 2023, the Council had agreed to make care experience a protected characteristic.
• Accepted the increase in the frequency of meetings to bi-monthly, which equated to 6 meetings in the municipal year.

The Panel welcomed the changes and noted that once agreed, the proposed revised TOR would need to be agreed by the Member Panel for the Constitution and ratified at a Council meeting.

The Panel Resolved to: Agree the proposed Changes to the CPP Terms of Reference, subject to it being reported to and agreed by the Member Panel for the Constitution and ratified at a Council meeting.