Provision of Locum Barrister for Child Protection Team by Peterborough City Council
Peterborough City Council · Awarded contract
AwardedProvision of Locum Barrister for Child Protection Team by Peterborough City Council
Awarded 19 Feb 2024
Awarded19 Feb 2024
Value£29,500.00
SupplierFenners Chambers in Cambridge
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryConsultancy & Legal
Ended 2y 6mo ago3mo term
Awarded 19 Feb 2024Expired 17 May 2024
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Peterborough City Council awarded a contract to Fenners Chambers in Cambridge for the provision of a locum barrister to fill a vacancy in the Child Protection team.
The team provides legal advice to all teams within Children's Services, including adoption and fostering.
The recent OFSTED inspection and subsequent report increased the team's workload, particularly urgent cases requiring immediate steps to ensure child safety.
The contract, valued at £29,500, addresses the need for a fifth lawyer to manage the workload and support the improvement work of Children's Services.
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