Decision

The Cabinet has decided to approve the revised Child and Adult Safeguarding Policy for the period 2025/26 - 2027/28.

Analysis

outcome: The revised policy was approved.

summary: The decision involves approving a revised and updated Child and Adult Safeguarding Policy for the period 2025/26 - 2027/28.

topline: The Cabinet has decided to approve the revised Child and Adult Safeguarding Policy for the period 2025/26 - 2027/28.

reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as safeguarding policies can involve sensitive and complex issues that may have differing opinions among stakeholders.

affected_stakeholders: ["Children", "Adults", "Local community", "Social services"]

contentiousness_score: 6

political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.

URL: https://moderngov.harlow.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1065

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose:

Content: RESOLVED that the revised and updated Child and Adult Safeguarding Policy covering the period 2025/26 – 2027/28, attached as Appendix A to the report, be approved.

Date of Decision: July 10, 2025