Decision details

The Deputy Leader and Interim Cabinet Member for Children and Young People presented a report regarding the outcome of the monitoring inspection undertaken in March 2026 by Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission (CQC), which had concluded that effective action has been taken in all six priority action areas. Members congratulated all involved in getting Bury to this point. In response to Members’ questions, it was noted that neurodiverse diagnoses sat at a GM level and could be discussed in full at the Health Scrutiny meeting next week.

Decision:

Cabinet noted the outcome of the monitoring inspection and the plans for continued transformation through the local SEND Reform Plan.

Reasons for the decision:

To formally note the outcome.

Alternative options considered and rejected:

N/A