Decision Maker:

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: January 20, 2026

Purpose:

Content: RESOLVED: 1. Cabinet endorses and adopts the revised Safeguarding Policy. 2. Cabinet delegates authority to amend/update this policy to ensure it remains compliant with legislation to a member of the Executive Leadership Team in consultation with the relevant portfolio holder.   RECOMMENDED: 3. Cabinet recommends that Full Council agree changes to the Members’ Code of Conduct to include explicit safeguarding responsibilities.   REASON FOR DECISION:   ·        To ensure the Council continues to meet its statutory safeguarding duties under the Children Act 2004 and the Care Act 2014, reflects current guidance (Working Together 2023, Care and Support Statutory Guidance 2024), and is prepared for anticipated duties in the forthcoming Crime and Policing Bill 2025. ·        The updated policy improves clarity and accountability, reflects new safeguarding priorities (including domestic abuse, modern slavery, cuckooing, self-neglect and hoarding), and provides stronger support for staff wellbeing.