Agenda item

Report of the Assistant Director Education and Inclusion

The Assistant Director Education and Inclusion provided members with an update on the responsibilities for the Local Authority in relation to support young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to prepare for adulthood.

The Care Act 2014 places several duties on Local Authorities in England to ensure young people with care and support needs are well-prepared for adulthood. This includes young people with disabilities or those who may need ongoing care as they transition from Children’s to Adult Services.

A member expressed their appreciation for the work being done in this area and asked the key policies of the plan with the response that working with families is a constant priority and maintaining the responsibility of Children’s Services to support individuals into the care of Adult’s Services.

RESOLVED - Members noted the content of the report and agreed the suggested recommendations.