There is growing momentum nationally across
Local Authorities to make care leavers a protected characteristic
to seek to redress inequalities faced by care experienced young
people. Cabinet will be asked to approve Care Leaver status as a
protected characteristic.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Affects 2 or more wards;
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Notice of proposed decision first published: 30/09/2023
Decision due: 31 Oct 2023 by Cabinet
Lead member: Cabinet Member for Children, Families & Education
Lead director: Director of Children's Services
Department: People and Neighbourhoods
Contact: Tim Bowman, Director of Education Work and Skills Email: tim.bowman@stockport.gov.uk Tel: 07977 661073.
Consultation process
As required.
Forward Plan Reference: CF&E3
Equality and/or Environmental Impact Assessment: As required.
Relevant Scrutiny Committee for the purpose of call-in: Children & Families Scrutiny Committee