Councillor Ishtiaq Ahmed

...noted the contents of the "Prevention and Early Help" report, expressed appreciation to officers and staff, and endorsed the objective of increasing the number of children and families benefiting from the Early Help Assessment and Team Around the Family approach.

...noted the progress update on the Bradford West Locality Plan for 2024/25 and requested a new plan be presented in 12 months with a progress report.

...continue to encourage communities and residents to take up available wellbeing offers to maximize their health and wellbeing.

...adopt a comprehensive plan to implement the Bradford District Sustainable Food Partnership Action Plan, encourage local purchasing, ensure all council departments utilize the Living Well Food Advocacy Toolkit, support waste reduction and recycling programs, and promote school participation in Living Well Schools.