The Barnet Children's Partnership Board is scheduled to meet on Thursday, 29 January 2026, to discuss a range of topics concerning children and young people in the borough. Key agenda items include updates from Barnet's elected youth representatives, a proposal for youth representation on the board, and a review of the board's terms of reference.

Barnet Elected Youth Representatives - Campaign Update

The board is scheduled to receive a verbal update from Barnet's elected youth representatives regarding their ongoing campaigns. This will provide an opportunity for young people to share their work and progress on issues important to them.

Youth Representative Proposal

A proposal is set to be presented concerning the future of youth representation on the Barnet Children's Partnership Board. This item, detailed in the Proposal Youth Reps document, outlines plans to recruit two individuals aged 18-25 to become full members of the board. This change is intended to better serve the needs of Barnet's children and young people by ensuring representation from individuals who can attend the entire board meeting and have a sustained commitment. The proposal suggests that these new representatives would replace the current elected youth representatives and would be recruited from March 2026, with a view to starting by July 2026. The recruitment process, to be led by Liz Shaw, will prioritise alumni of Barnet's My Say Matters programme or similar initiatives, who have a connection to the borough. If more than two candidates express interest, a selection process will be organised. The role is envisioned as a one-year term in the first instance, with potential for extension.

Revised Terms of Reference

The board is scheduled to consider revised Terms of Reference (ToRs). These updated ToRs, as outlined in the ToR of BCPB document, will define the board's structure, responsibilities, and functions. The Barnet Children's Partnership Board aims to bring together services across the borough to support children and young people, enabling system-wide collaboration in developing strategies and plans that impact them. It also seeks to embed child participation and co-production within service structures and processes. The document highlights that while the Partnership Board and the Children and Young People's Plan are not statutory requirements, partner organisations recognise the importance of collective working to maintain focus on children and young people.

Temporary Housing/Accommodation

A report is expected to be presented regarding temporary housing and accommodation for children and young people. This item is marked as To Follow, indicating that further details will be provided.

Partnership for Inclusion of Neurodiversity in Schools (PINS)

The board is scheduled to receive an update on the Partnership for Inclusion of Neurodiversity in Schools (PINS). This initiative focuses on supporting neurodivergent children and young people within the school environment. This item is also marked as To Follow.

Ofsted Visit Update

An update on a recent Ofsted visit is scheduled to be presented to the board. Ofsted is the Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills, which inspects and regulates services that care for children and young people, and services providing education. This item is also marked as To Follow.

Boards Update

A general update on the work of other relevant boards is planned. This item, Lee Robinson is listed as the contributing officer, aims to ensure cross-fertilisation of ideas and awareness of activities across different partnership groups.

Forward Work Programme

The board will review its Forward Work Programme for the upcoming period. This programme, detailed in the Forward Work Programme - 2025-2026 document, outlines the planned agenda items for future meetings, allowing for strategic planning and ensuring that key issues are addressed.

List of Abbreviations

A list of abbreviations used in the board's documentation will be presented for noting. This is intended to help attendees understand the terminology used in reports and discussions. The List of abbreviations document provides definitions for various acronyms.