Decision
Analysis
outcome: Approval to enter into a partnership agreement with other councils in Greater Manchester and the GM Combined Authority
summary: Increasing availability of residential placements for vulnerable children in Greater Manchester
topline: The Cabinet has decided to increase availability of residential placements for vulnerable children in Greater Manchester
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves vulnerable children and the allocation of resources
affected_stakeholders: ["Children in need of residential placements", "Councils in Greater Manchester", "GM Combined Authority"]
contentiousness_score: 5
political_party_relevance: No mention of political parties or political influence on the decision
URL: https://democracy.rochdale.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=2623
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: Yes
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose:
Content: The Cabinet considered a report of the Director of Children’s Services which sought approval to enter into a partnership agreement with the other nine Councils in Greater Manchester (GM) and with the GM Combined Authority to increase the availability of residential placements for the most vulnerable children in the region. The report author was in attendance to present the information and to address the questions and the comments of the Cabinet Members. Resolved that the recommendations outlined at section 2 of the report be approved. Reason for decision: As outlined at section 3.1 – 3.3 of the report. Alternatives considered and rejected: As outlined at section 4 of the report.
Date of Decision: December 17, 2024