Decision details

To seek Cabinet approval for a Joint Safeguarding Policy and update members on arrangements for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.

(Key decision):

(1) To note the review of Lewes District Council’s and Eastbourne Borough Council’s safeguarding children and vulnerable adult policies and procedures carried out in 2018.

(2) To approve the new safeguarding policy appended to the report.

(3) To delegate authority to the Director of Service Delivery, in consultation with the Lead Member for People and Performance to make any minor amendments required following consultation.

(4) To require newly elected councillors to complete mandatory training, within three months of being elected.