Agenda item

The Panel received an update on changes to the local offer including the development of the Care Leavers’ Covenant (for copy of report and presentation see file). 

Lesley Baldry, Service Manager, explained that the Care Leavers’ Service is  part of the Regional Care Leavers’ Board which aims to achieve parity across all local offers. The Panel noted the recent developments in Durham’s local offer including that every care leaver is entitled to a £3,000 setting up home allowance, a free bus pass and exemption or support with Council Tax.

Aspirations for the future are to continue to grow the local offer as well as strengthen the offer to individual groups such as care leavers in custody and those not in education, employment and training.  Luke suggested that housing which is close to the Care Leavers’ Hubs could benefit care leavers who need extra support.

Resolved:

That the recommendations be agreed.