Agenda item

1.    Ms Jeffreys introduced the report and gave an overview of its content.

2.    Ms Eley noted that due to market engagement and analysis there had been a revision to the paper, the financial implications were up to £12,8085 for a five year and five month contract, which had the possibility of a five year extension.

3.    In response to comments and questions it was said:

a.    Ms Jeffrey explained that that parent-infant mental health services development had taken place to ensure there was sufficient support for perinatal mental health. Probable mental health disorders was an NHS longitudinal study which began in 2017, the consistent question set provided a robust data set. Ms Eley added that any interventions would be needs led and individualised.

b.    Ms Tovey shared that a new proposed model of therapeutic services was one part of the mental health and wellbeing support system for children and young people. Additional thought was going into utilising family hubs to see young people, the focus was the young people being in an environment where they felt comfortable.

RESOLVED that the Committee considered and endorsed the proposed decision as set out in the Proposed Record of Decision.