Cheshire west and Chester Borough Council · Awarded contract
Awarded

Children's Rights Advocacy and Independent Visitors Service for Cheshire West and Chester Borough Council

Awarded 31 Mar 2021

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Awarded31 Mar 2021
Value£340,000.00
SupplierThe Children's Society
AgencyCheshire west and Chester Borough Council
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryPublic Services & Welfare
Ended 2y 7mo ago3y term
Awarded 31 Mar 2021Expired 31 Mar 2024

About

Cheshire west and Chester Borough Council awarded a contract to The Children's Society for Children's Rights Advocacy and Independent Visitors.

The service provides statutory advocacy and independent visitor support for vulnerable children and young people, including Children in Need, those with child protection plans, children with disabilities, Children in Care up to age 18, homeless 16- and 17-year-olds, care leavers up to age 21 (or 25 under Keep On Caring), and unaccompanied asylum seekers, including those placed out of borough.

The contract, valued at £340,000, commenced on 1 April 2020.

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