Issue details

Foster Carer Allowances

To propose an increase in financial allowances for in-house foster carers.

Decision type: Key

Reason Key: Affects more than 1 ward;

Decision status: Abandoned

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Notice of proposed decision first published: 10/08/2022

Anticipated restriction: Fully exempt  - View reasons

Explanation of anticipated restriction:
Paragraph 3 - Information relating to financial or business affairs.

Decision due: 18 Oct 2022 by Executive

Lead member: Executive Member for Children, Young People and Learning

Lead director: Executive Director: People

Department: People

Contact: Charlotte Lee Email: charlotte.lee@bracknell-forest.gov.uk.

Consultation process

Consultation has taken place with foster carers in relation to the current offer, via the foster carer steering group and focus groups. Further consultation will take place with foster carers via the foster carer steering group if the proposal is accepted, and foster carers will be made aware of how they can raise questions, concerns or queries in relation to the new offer.

Consultees

Foster carers.

Making Representations: In writing to the Executive Director of People.

Financial Impact: Detailed in report (to follow)

Reason the item will considered in private: Paragraph 3 - Information relating to financial or business affair

 

Contact Information

Democratic services

Email: committee@bracknell-forest.gov.uk