1.         To review the long term sustainability of the three Family Hubs in Torbay and the early help services they provide including the role of The learning Academy.

2.         To receive an update on the take up of Free School Meals and the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme.

(Note:  this item has been included on the agenda as the meeting of the Children and Young People’s Board on 18 December 2023 was not quorate when this item was discussed and in accordance with Standing Order B3 stood referred to the next meeting.  There was an informal briefing on this item at the meeting and therefore the report is before the Sub-Board for Members to formally note only.)

Members formally noted the submitted report on the Family Hub Sustainability and Holiday Activity and Food Programme which had been presented to the meeting of the Sub-Board held on 18 December 2023 but had not been able to be formally considered as the meeting was not quorate.

Members suggested the merit of the Sub-Board and other Councillors visiting the Family Hubs so that they can understand how they work.

Resolved (unanimously):

That a visit be arranged to the Torquay Family Hub for all Councillors and Members of the Children and Young People’s Sub-Board.