Agenda

In the event the fire alarm sounds attendees will be advised to evacuate the building via the nearest fire exit and assemble at the Bottle of Notes opposite MIMA.

The Corporate Director of Children’s Services will be in attendance to provide further evidence in relation to the following areas:-

a)     Out of area placements – Children’s Social Care

b)     Fostering recruitment (Verbal)

c)     Workforce development strategy (Verbal)

The Corporate Director of Children’s Services to provide verbal updates on any matters pertinent to the Panel, as and when appropriate.

The Chair will provide a verbal update on business conducted at the Overview and Scrutiny Board meeting held on 18 December 2025.