Decision
Analysis
outcome: The outcome was to approve the release of £4.4m and delegate authority to the Director of Education to finalize school sites and configuration of places.
summary: The decision at stake is whether to release £4.4m from High Needs Capital to the Capital Programme to deliver DSP and SEND Unit places between 2026-2029.
topline: The City Mayor has decided to release £4.4m for DSP and SEND Unit places between 2026-2029.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves funding allocation and decisions on special education provision, which can be sensitive topics for stakeholders.
affected_stakeholders: ["City Mayor", "Director of Education", "Schools", "Parents of children with special educational needs"]
contentiousness_score: 6
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties in the decision.
URL: https://cabinet.leicester.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1544
Decision Maker: City Mayor (Individual Decision)
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: Yes
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose:
Content: To consider proposals to: · approve the release of £4.4m from High Needs Capital to the Capital Programme to deliver DSP and SEND Unit places between 2026–2029. · delegate authority to the Director of Education to agree final school sites and configuration of places, following feasibility work and due diligence, including reports and updates to relevant strategic boards. 1. Approve proceed with DSP Phase 3 2. Not approve to proceed.
Date of Decision: August 14, 2026