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The Assistant Director for Early Help and Prevention presented a report by the Director of Children, Family and Education that provided an update on the Breaking the Cycle programme. Members heard how there would be a further two reports presented to committee providing an overview of learning and impact and will provide direction to workforce remodelling activity. The report provided information on the 8 Breaking the Cycle projects and their impact. Furthermore, the report shared what had been learnt by participants about their experience.

Of particular note, the report advised how during the first year of delivery, Breaking the Cycle catalyst projects have provided co-ordinated support from a lead practitioner that had benefited 2,308 individuals, including 840 adults and 1468 children and young people. An analysis of the cohorts who had accessed support were detailed within the report.

Members provided positive feedback on the programme and offered their full support regarding the progression. Officers were thanked for their hard work and dedication.

Resolved – That

(1)   the development of services relating to the break the cycle programme be endorsed; and

(2)  a further two learning reports be considered at future committee meetings.