The Cabinet of Bury Council approved the proposal to transition to an end-to-end regional fostering hub model hosted by Rochdale Council on 14 October 2026. This decision delegates foster carer recruitment, assessment, and approval functions to the Greater Manchester Fostering Hub. The decision includes agreeing to a proposed funding formula and resource contributions for fiscal years 2026/27 and 2027/28, and agreeing to 2-year secondment opportunities for relevant staff.