I’m delighted to report that our children’s services department has seen amazing improvements over the last year or so. The whole service is now rated Good, whilst the Leadership which includes officers, the leader of the council, portfolio holder, chief exec and scrutiny is now Outstanding! Well done to Mamie and Amanda who are part of this leadership!

Last report 2019
The impact of leaders on social work practice with children and families
Requires improvement
The experiences and progress of children who need help and protection
Requires improvement
The experiences and progress of children in care and care leavers
Good
Overall effectiveness
Requires improvement

New report 2022 under the Joint Administration your Lib Dem team are part of:

The impact of leaders on social work practice with children and families
Outstanding
The experiences and progress of children who need help and protection
Good
The experiences and progress of children in care and care leavers
Good
Overall effectiveness
Good