Issue - decisions
Review of Foster Carer rates and benefits
13/11/2025 - Review of Foster Carer Allowances
Report Title: Review of Foster Carer Allowances
Presented by: Councillor Oscar Ford - Cabinet member for Children and Young People
Cabinet:
Agreed to support recruitment and retention of our in-house foster carers
Cabinet agreed to;
Increase the weekly foster carers’ fee allowance and weekly allowance per child as set out in paragraph 2.5 of the Report to ensure we are offering a fair and competitive rate when compared to neighbouring boroughs and the recommended national minimum allowance.