Decision details

Capital Bid for the Expansion of the Derbyshire County Council Internal Children Homes

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: Yes

Is subject to call in?: Yes

Purpose:

This proposal addresses the critical challenges posed by rising residential placement costs and limited availability of suitable placements. By investing in local provision, the initiative aims to:
- Reduce External Placement Costs: Save approximately £3.1 million annually by reducing reliance on high-cost external providers. This is likely to be higher in the future given the spiralling cost of external placements.
- Enhance Service Quality: Ensure children receive care in settings designed to meet their specific needs, improving outcomes and stability.
- Boost Local Capacity: Create placements within Derbyshire, allowing children to remain close to their communities and family networks.
- Deliver Long-Term Financial Benefits: Generate significant cost avoidance over time by controlling placement costs and reducing the dependency on private providers.
 

Decision:

RESOLVED:

 

To approve the proposed scheme of provision for Children’s Homes subject to the sufficient allocation of the budget by Council in February 2025.

Report author: Jina Hames

Publication date: 30/01/2025

Date of decision: 30/01/2025

Decided at meeting: 30/01/2025 - Cabinet

Effective from: 07/02/2025

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