Decision

The Anti-Poverty and Inequality Committee has decided to acknowledge and circulate new government guidance on Early Learning and Childcare Funding, and note the withdrawal of a councillor's motion.

Analysis

outcome: The Anti-Poverty and Inequality Committee approved the recommendations, which include noting the information provided, agreeing to circulate the government correspondence, and acknowledging the withdrawal of Councillor Kusznir's Notice of Motion.

summary: The decision involves acknowledging updates and guidance on Early Learning and Childcare Funding for 2024-25 from the Scottish Government, agreeing to circulate the correspondence regarding this matter, and noting the withdrawal of a Notice of Motion by Councillor Kusznir.

topline: The Anti-Poverty and Inequality Committee has decided to acknowledge and circulate new government guidance on Early Learning and Childcare Funding, and note the withdrawal of a councillor's motion.

reason_contentious: The issue may be contentious due to the potential impact on early learning and childcare funding, which is a sensitive area affecting families and communities. The involvement of government updates and guidance suggests that there could be political implications or changes that might not be universally accepted.

affected_stakeholders: Families with young children, childcare providers, local communities, and political figures such as Councillor Kusznir.

contentiousness_score: 5

political_party_relevance: There is an implication of political influence as the decision involves government guidance and a councillor's Notice of Motion, which typically reflects political positions or party lines.

URL: https://committees.aberdeencity.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=14118

Decision Maker: Anti-Poverty and Inequality Committee

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose:

Content: (i)             to note the information from the Interim Executive Director - Families and Communities, with regard to the Scottish Government update and guidance in respect of Early Learning And Childcare Funding for 2024-25; (ii)            to agree that the correspondence from the Scottish Government referred to by the Interim Executive Director be circulated to the Committee; and (iii)          to note that Councillor Kusznir had withdrawn his Notice of Motion in light of the update by the Interim Executive Director.

Date of Decision: March 20, 2024