Decision Maker:

Outcome: For Determination

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: February 17, 2026

Purpose:

Content: (i)       request that officers include testimonies where possible in future reports to Committee; (ii)       note the contents of the report and instruct officers to report back to Committee at the end of the next Concession Contract period; and (iii)      agree to extend the concession agreements with Flexible Childcare Scotland Services (FCSS) for another 4 years based on the positive evaluations and their ability to offer a choice of flexible services in areas where there were a limited number of funded providers operating.