URL: https://barnsleymbc.moderngov.co.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=2929

Decision Maker:

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose:

Content: RESOLVED that Cabinet:-   1.    Approve the development of an EoC Service to provide intensive and targeted support to families at risk of having their children taken into care; and   2.    Approve a temporary one-off investment of up to £1,158,988 over the next 18 months to enable the EoC to be embedded and evaluated; and   3.    Approve the receiving of further reports and an independent evaluation to assess the return on investment against the measures set out in this document for the duration of the temporary investment period. This will then enable an evidence base for decision making on whether to continue an EoC service.

Date of Decision: November 27, 2024