The Cabinet considered a report of the Deputy Chief Executive (People) presenting the annual assurance assessment for the Chief Executive and Councillors in respect of their responsibilities for safeguarding children and adults in Southend.

Resolved:

That the submitted report be noted and the actions detailed in Section 6 of the report, be approved.

Reasons for decision:

To keep the Council informed of the position in respect of safeguarding children and adults in Southend.

Other options:

None.

Note: This is an Executive Function

Eligible for call-in to: People Scrutiny Committee

Cabinet Members: Cllrs Cox and Boyd