Contract Modification for Learning Disability Supported Living
June 8, 2026 Deputy Leader (responsible for Health and Social Care and Children and Education) (Cabinet member) Key decision Approved View on council websiteThis summary is generated by AI from the council’s published record and supporting documents. Check the full council record and source link before relying on it.
Summary
The Deputy Leader (responsible for Health and Social Care and Children and Education) approved the extension of a supported living contract for residents with Learning Disabilities and/or Autism from 1 October 2026 to 31 March 2027 on 08/06/2026. This decision ensures continuity of provision while a full redesign is completed.
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Purpose
This report seeks approval to extend one contract for supported living for residents with Learning Disabilities and/or Autism, ensuring continuity of provision while the full redesign is completed.
Decision
- Appendix 1 is not for publication on the basis that it contains information relating to the financial or business affairs of any particular person (including the authority holding that information) as set out in paragraph 3 of Schedule 12A of the Local Government Act 1972 (as amended).
- To approve the contract extension of the supported living contract to extend the term of service from 1 October 2026 – 31st March 2027.
Supporting Documents
Details
| Outcome | Recommendations Approved |
| Decision date | 8 Jun 2026 |
| Effective from | 12 Jun 2026 |
| Lead officer | Oscar Turnerberg |
| Subject to call-in | Yes |