Agenda item

Decision:

That members agree in principle to the changes to rent charges for childcare providers in schools and educations buildings.

Reasons for Proposed Decision:

To ensure the continuity of the development of childcare in Neath Port Talbot, in line with Welsh Government policies and plans.

Allowing officers to strive to close the childcare sufficiency gaps identified by our Childcare Sufficiency Assessment.

To support the Governing Bodies of schools in supporting the request for childcare facilities to be developed on school sites. Thus, also supporting the Local Authority in meeting the statutory duties placed on it in the Childcare Act 2006. This will in turn support the Child Poverty agenda in enabling parents the time to enter training or employment opportunities, or to access employment or training within the childcare sector.

Implementation of Decision:

The decision will be implemented after the 3 day call in period.