Decisions for issue Review of Partnership Agreements (S75 Agreement) and implications of the 2009 Apprenticeship, Children, Learning & Skills Act.

1.       That the principles of the proposed S75 agreements as outlined in paragraphs 3.6 and 3.7 and Appendices 1 and 2 of the report be approved.

2.       That the new duties in relation to establishing a Children’s Trust Board outlined in paragraphs 3.9 to 3.12 and in Appendix 3 of the report be noted; and the Director of Children’s Services be requested to bring forward detailed proposals to meet those duties for approval at the next Board meeting.