Decision

The Cabinet considered a report of the Executive Director (Adult & Communities) proposing a new strategy to tackle domestic abuse across the City.

Resolved:-

That, in principle, the proposed strategy identified for the next Southend Domestic Abuse Strategy (2023 – 2026) be approved to enable the strategy to be finalised.

Reason for Decision

The Council’s current interim strategy requires an update. Although the interim strategy satisfied the Council’s statutory duties, it is far from providing a robust, whole system response to domestic abuse.

Other Options

There are wider options in terms of the proposed strategic priorities. However, it is considered that these priorities best reflect the local need in Southend, whilst also enabling us to align to the national policy frameworks and Greater Essex, Southend, Essex and Thurrock Domestic Abuse Board strategy.

Note: This is an Executive function

Not eligible for call-in as the matter has been subject to pre-Cabinet scrutiny by the People Scrutiny Committee

Cabinet Member: Cllrs Courtenay and Moyies