Decision details

RESOLVED:

1.    That Cabinet notes the impacts and mitigations set out in the Equality Impact Assessment (Annex B)

2.    That Cabinet notes the outcomes of the engagement with residents and the 28 working day public consultation (Annex C)

3.    That Cabinet approves changes to the Home to School/College Travel Assistance policy having considered the above documents (set out in paragraphs11-51)

4.    That Cabinet approves the revised Home to School/College Travel Assistance policy (Annex D)

5.       That Cabinet agrees the proposal to produce an enhanced Post 16 Policy Statement and agrees that the Cabinet Member has delegated authority to approve the statement.

Reasons for Decisions:

The H2S TA policy sets out the way in which the Council discharges its statutory and discretionary powers and responsibilities in relation to school and college transport assistance available for pupils aged up to 25 years of age, both with and without additional needs.  While Surrey County Council will continue to support those who most need help, the Council must manage increasing costs and demand within the overall resources available.  The recommendations set out in this report will increase the options for children and young people who qualify for H2S TA, encourage people to use environmentally friendly travel and support independent travel as a means of preparing young people for adulthood. 

(The decisions on this item can be called-in by the Children, Families, Lifelong Learning and Culture Select Committee)