Agenda item

The minutes of the meeting held on 27 January 2023 were agreed as a correct record and signed by the Chair.

The following matters arising were reported:

·      following the previous discussion under proud moments, the Head of Children’s Social Care is considering ways to thank young people for their contributions and to celebrate their achievements;

·      the ‘Ask for Angela’ campaign and the request from the young people to have care experience adopted as a protected characteristic have been added to the work programme;

·      the discussion on the employment opportunities available through Durham County Council was followed up with the Children in Care Council and the young people said they would welcome early discussions with practitioners regarding the opportunities available.