Supportive Steps Budget Increase

October 2, 2026 Executive Director of Children's Services (DCS) (Officer) Approved View on council website

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Summary

Executive Director of Children's Services Cornelia Andrecut approved a variation to the Supportive Steps contract on 02/10/2026. The decision approved a £71,842.50 budget increase for the existing service model. This increase is fully funded through the DfE Family Hubs Grant.

Full council record

Decision

Variation to the Supportive Steps contract to support expansion of the existing service model, total value £71,842.50.

Reasons for the decision

The funding increase for the existing contract, will enable the expansion of the service provision to support vulnerable families and their children, with a particular focus on perinatal mental health, parenting support, and strengthening parent-infant relationships.

Supporting Documents

Record of Delegated Decision _Supportive Steps Oct2026 003.pdf

Details

OutcomeRecommendations Approved
Decision date2 Oct 2026