Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: January 20, 2026

Purpose:

Content: RESOLVED that Cabinet –   (a)      approves the recommendation to commence the procurement of a provider(s) as a delivery partner for the Supported Employment Quality Framework (SEQF) and Individual Placement and Support (IPS) elements of the Connect to Work Supported Employment Programme (on behalf of the North Wales Local Authorities excluding Ynys Mon);   (b)      delegates authority to the Head of Housing and Communities Services for awarding the contracts above (SEQF and IPS) subject to consultation with the Section 151 Officer, Monitoring Officer and the relevant Lead Member(s) due to national time pressures to begin the delivery of the programme, and   (c)      confirms that it has read, understood and taken account of the Well-being Impact Assessment (Appendix 1 to the report) as part of its consideration.