Issue details
Contract procurement for the provision of Alternative Education Provision in Plymouth
To propose the procurement of a contract for the provision of Alternative Provision (AP) in Plymouth, ensuring compliance with Section 19 of the Education Act 1996.
To award the contract
for the provision of Alternative Provision (AP) in Plymouth,
ensuring compliance with Section 19 of the Education Act
1996.
The duty requires local authorities to arrange suitable, full-time education for children of compulsory school age who cannot access education due to illness, exclusion, or other reasons.
Decision type: Non-key
Decision status: For Determination
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Notice of proposed decision first published: 15/01/2026
Open/Exempt: Open;
Decision due: 12 February 2026 by Leader of the Council
Comment: Councillor Tudor Evans OBE
Lead member: Leader of the Council
Lead director: Director of Children's Services
Department: Childrens Services
Contact: David Haley, Director of Childrens Services Email: David.Haley@plymouth.gov.uk.
Making Representations: Please contact david.haley@plymouth.gov.uk if you would like to make representations. Any non-confidential document(s) may be obtained from the officer contact by email or from Plymouth City Council, Council House, Plymouth, PL1 2AA.
Information to be considered by the decision makers: Briefing Report, EIA, CIA, Decision Sheet and any other relevant documentation.
Is this decision due to be taken in private? (Yes/No): No
Reasons for private decison: N/A