The Strategic Director of Children and Adult Services approved the award of a contract for Mental Health Supported Housing Services to Turning Point Services Ltd for four years, with an option to extend for two years, at a total estimated value of £3.093m, commencing on 22 July 2026. The decision also noted a change to the procurement strategy and a plan to novate the contract to the Integrated Care Board.

The Strategic Director of Children and Adult Services approved the direct award of the Home to School Bus contract to Healthcare and Transport Services Ltd for two years, at an estimated annual cost of £3.5m, starting 3 August 2026. The decision noted that contract values will be subject to annual inflationary negotiations. The service specification will be updated to reflect a move from a 'banding' system to a 'cost plus' model, removal of 'special routes', and a review of route planning methods.