The District Council is part of the statutory safeguarding role within the wider public sector, with responsibilities to children, young people and vulnerable adults. The children, young people and vulnerable adults safeguarding policy has been updated and is attached at Appendix 1. Council are advised that the safeguarding policy is refreshed every two years and that the changes made to the 2021 policy include new legislation and changes to practice.
Decision type: Non-key
Decision status: For Determination
Notice of proposed decision first published: 06/09/2023
Decision due: December 2023 by Cabinet
Lead member: Cabinet Member for Community and Collaboration
Lead director: Director of Strategy and Resources
Contact: Jyotsna Leney, Health, Wellbeing and Partnership Senior Specialist Email: jyotsna.leney@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk.