Issue details

that approval be given to authorise expenditure, amounting to a total of £387,150, for the purpose of refurbishing the Additional Resource Unit at Hoyland Springwood Primary Academy.  This will help provide up to 10 quality placements for children aged 5-11 who have been diagnosed with complex needs and thereby prevent these young and vulnerable children from being placed in more costly, independent provision out of the Borough.  The decision will ensure greater value for money and the more effective use of available resources.