Agenda item

An overview of the ‘Missing from Care’ landscape was provided for the benefit of Members, including the work of the Missing Panel and the procedure for monitoring and tracking missing children.  It was highlighted that all children are considered missing until notified otherwise and that there is no ‘absent’ option within the South Yorkshire Missing Protocol.  Each child who has been missing is offered a ‘return home’ interview from an independent service and possible CSE implications are always considered.  Daily reports and weekly Multi agency ‘Missing’ meetings commenced in April 2016 to record children who are missing from care, home or education.  This has been identified as an example of good practice within the region.    

Mel John-Ross presented the Children’s Social Care monthly report for July 2017, containing a summary of performance and the major performance indicators for children’s safeguarding and social care using RAG (Red, Amber, Green) ratings and the direction of travel for most indicators.  Barnsley’s historical performance and comparisons with other local authorities was also included together.  Areas of good performance and areas with potential for improvement were also highlighted within the report.   

Questions were asked in response to the report submitted and detailed and appropriate responses given.

RESOLVED:

1. That the additional information regarding Children Missing from Care be noted.

2. That the Children’s Social Care Report be noted.

3. That the witnesses be thanked for their attendance and contribution.