Cabinet:

Reviewed and approved the commencement of tendering processes for:

1)       The works to refurbish two council properties;

2)       The funding to carry out the works, which is estimated to be £350k

3)       A care provider to deliver and manage a semi-independent 6 bedded unit in the borough.

4)       A care provider to deliver and manage a residential or semi-independent 6 bedded unit in the borough.

5)       The delegated authority for the Director of Children’s Services to make the decision in relation to decide on whether the provision will be semi-independent or residential.

Councillor Robert Benham presented the report to Cabinet seeking approval to obtain capital funding to redevelop two council-owned properties in the Borough and commence a tender process for care provision for children and young people in those buildings.

Drivers for the work include:

·       The Secretary of States Sufficiency Guidance, placing  ...  view the full minutes text for item 7