Decision details

A detailed review of the schools catering service has been completed, report is to update Cabinet on the outcome and future proposals for the service.

RESOLVED that Cabinet:-

1.    Approves that the Council continues to provide a schools catering service in line with the proposals outlined in the body of this report

2.    Notes and agree the findings and recommendations outlined in the body of this report;

3.    Notes the progress made to date and the efficiencies delivered since 2019;

4.    Notes the risks and opportunities potentially arising for the service;

5.    Notes the wider Public Health benefits and alignment to Corporate Priorities that a Schools Catering service can bring; and

6.    Agrees that a report will be brought back in 2023/24 to provide an update on the position of the service.