Award of Universal and Early Targeted Speech, Language and Communication Service for Children Aged 0-5

About

Blackpool Council awarded a contract to Communicate SLT CIC for the provision of a universal and early targeted speech, language and communication service for children aged birth to five years, valued at £1,050,000.

The service was commissioned following a review by the Betterstart partnership that identified the need for focused early identification and intervention for children with speech, language and communication needs.

The commissioned service provides early identification and interventions for 0-5 year olds, develops a children's workforce with skills, knowledge and confidence in speech, language and communication needs, and supports parents and carers with information and skills to effectively communicate with their children.