URL: https://governance.enfield.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=459

Decision Maker:

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose: To approve an annual renumeration payment to Enfield foster carers to improve recruitment and retention rates. This decision will have a positive impact upon children in care and have a positive impact on foster carers by providing an annual one-off payment to offset financial pressures in their household. More children in care will be able to remain living locally in safe and secure homes. The decision will enhance lifelong links as fewer children in care will be placed out of borough making it more likely that they will retain positive contact with their friends and family and remain attending their local school.

Content:

Date of Decision: January 2, 2026