Issue - decisions

(i)  To appoint a Corporate Parenting Committee with cross party membership of 6 Elected Members including the Lead Member for Children’s Services made up of 3 Labour, 1 Conservative, 1 Liberal Democrat and 1 Councillors Against the Cuts.

(ii)  To approve the proposed Terms of Reference for the Corporate Parenting Committee, attached as Appendix 1 of the report.

(iii)  To delegate authority to the Head of Legal, Human Resources and Democratic Services following the consultation with the Cabinet Member for Children’s Services and the Director of People to approve any minor amendments to the terms of reference to ensure arrangements remain fit for purpose.