Decision Maker: Education, Youth & Culture Overview & Scrutiny Committee

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: January 14, 2026

Purpose: To update Members on overall service performance including Learner Outcomes.

Content: (a)       That the Committee reviewed and commented on the outcome of the Education Portfolio’s annual self-evaluation report on the quality of education services for the period 2024-25; and   (b)       In view of the key risks related to the delivery of education services, as outlined with the report, the Committee recommend that there is no reduction within the needed Education Servies Budget for 2026/27.