Decision Maker: Social & Health Care Overview & Scrutiny Committee

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: July 17, 2025

Purpose: To provide a progress report on the local authority statutory duty under the Childcare Act (2006) in relation to childcare sufficiency and information for families and provide assurance to members.

Content: (a)      That Members noted the progress and impact of the five-year Childcare Sufficiency Assessment and annual action plan;   (b)      That Members acknowledged the complimentary response from Welsh Government in relation to the Childcare Sufficiency Assessment progress Report of 2024-25 (Appendix 2); and   (c)       That Members noted the ongoing progress in delivering accurate and accessible information to families through the Family Information Service, supporting informed choices on childcare, early years education, family support, and related services.