To consider a cover report relating to Children’s Social Care Performance (Item 7a) in relation to the Data Report (Item 7b) and the Explanatory Document (Item 7c)
Minutes:
Members were invited to consider a cover report relating to Children’s Social Care Performance in relation to the Data Report and the Explanatory Document.
Debbie Mercer, Service Director Children’s Social Care & Safeguarding, BMBC, was welcomed to the meeting. It was highlighted that this is a very positive report and good performance has been maintained in the majority of areas throughout the report.
Discussions took place around a number of areas including:
The number of children ‘Missing from Care’ has increased. Members were reassured that when this happens the children are always interviewed to try and find out why this has happened and what support can be put in place to prevent reoccurrence.
Dental appointments are prioritised for Children in Care and any child requiring treatment has received it.
Out of Authority Placements, rising caseloads for the Disabled Children's Team, recruitment of foster carers, Section 47 cases, the voice of children in care, accommodation for care leavers and translation services were also discussed.
RESOLVED that Debbie be thanked for her attendance and contribution and the report be noted.