Decision Maker:

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: February 12, 2026

Purpose:

Content: RESOLVED   (1)   That the Council’s withdrawal from the current Regional Adoption Agency (RAA) known as Adoption Now, and the formation of a new RAA within the Pan Lancashire arrangements in alignment with the fostering hub, Foster with Us, be agreed.   (2)   That the Strategic Director of Children and Education be granted delegated authority in consultation with the Executive Member for Children, Young People and Education to agree the necessary formalities for withdrawing from the current Regional Adoption Agency (RAA) ‘Adoption Now’ and to enter into formal agreements and arrangements with the new RAA – Adoption, Lancashire, Blackpool.