Jo Cowcher

Safeguarding and Education Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Thursday, 15 October 2026 - 10:00am

Safeguarding and Education Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Thursday, 10 September 2026 - 10:00am

Safeguarding and Education Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Thursday, 23 July 2026 - 10:00am

The Safeguarding and Education Overview and Scrutiny Committee met on Thursday 23 July 2026 to discuss the SEND Reform Plan and the Adult Safeguarding Update. The committee endorsed the SEND Reform Plan and requested biannual updates on its delivery. They also discussed concerns regarding adult safeguarding in Tamworth and Cannock, agreeing to further investigate and engage with local portfolio holders.

Safeguarding and Education Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Thursday, 11 June 2026 - 10:00am

The Safeguarding and Education Overview and Scrutiny Committee met on Thursday 11 June 2026 to discuss the rising numbers of children being electively home-educated (EHE) in Staffordshire. The committee reviewed a report from a dedicated working group, which highlighted concerns about the capacity of the EHE team to manage the increasing demand and the implications of new legislation. The committee also discussed the council's work programme for the upcoming year.

Safeguarding and Education Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Thursday, 9 April 2026 - 10:00am

The Safeguarding and Education Overview and Scrutiny Committee met to discuss the Staffordshire Youth Justice Plan, updates on Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS), and the Safeguarding Online Referral Form. Key decisions included receiving the Youth Justice Plan for scrutiny and noting progress on DoLS and the online referral system.