Termination of the Children and Young People’s Advocacy Service

May 20, 2026 Executive Director of Children's Services (Officer) Approved View on council website

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Summary

The Executive Director of Children's Services decided to terminate the contract for the supply of Children’s Advocacy Services with Reconstruct (Adults and Children) Ltd. The contract will cease on 31 March 2027. This decision includes continuing the contract for 12 months from 1 April 2026.

Full council record

Purpose

Following a review of the Children and Young People’s Advocacy Service in accordance with the Cabinet Decision of 22nd February 2022 to conduct a competitive procurement process in respect of Health and Social Care Independent Advocacy Services for Adults, Children and Young People and in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Children’s Safeguarding and Care.



DECISION

To terminate the contract for the supply of Children’s Advocacy Services with Reconstruct (Adults and Children) Ltd. The contract shall continue for 12 months from the 1 April 2026, in line with Schedule 1 – Optional Clauses, Clause 1.13 of the Contract. The Contract will cease on the 31 March 2027.

Decision

Following a review of the Children and Young People’s Advocacy Service in accordance with the Cabinet Decision of 22nd February 2022 to conduct a competitive procurement process in respect of Health and Social Care Independent Advocacy Services for Adults, Children and Young People and in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Children’s Safeguarding and Care.

DECISION 

To terminate the contract for the supply of Children’s Advocacy Services with Reconstruct (Adults and Children) Ltd. The contract shall continue for 12 months from the 1 April 2026, in line with Schedule 1 – Optional Clauses, Clause 1.13 of the Contract. The Contract will cease on the 31 March 2027.

Supporting Documents

For Publication - FINAL Executive Decision Taken by Officers - Childrens Advocacy Termination - Cop.pdf

Details

OutcomeRecommendations Approved
Decision date20 May 2026