Minutes:
Carole Gill, Strategic Manager, Looked After and Permanence, displayed images of some outstanding artwork which had been produced by one of the Authority’s looked after children.
Members were impressed at the high standard of work and commented that talent such as this should be encouraged through exhibitions and prize-giving. It was suggested that the young person’s permission could be sought to display the art in one of the Council’s buildings in the future. The panel agreed that a letter of congratulations should be sent to the young person.
Following on from this and a question from Councillor Reed, members were informed on the types of activities offered to young people in secure accommodation.