Issue - meetings

Background:

The report sought Cabinet approval to the Medway Adult Education (MAE) Annual Accountability Statement for submission to the Department for Education (DfE) as part of its annual grant agreement. The statement was used by the DfE to assure the use of public funds. It was also a useful strategic document to share with partners and as a backdrop to strategic conversations with the DfE. Providers in scope were all further education colleges, all sixth form colleges, institutes for adult learning/designated institutions and local authorities delivering post-16 provision in excess of £1m. Medway Adult Education was in scope. It was noted that the first Accountability Statement had been agreed and submitted to DfE in August 2023.

A Diversity Impact Assessment had been undertaken and was attached at Appendix 2 to the report.

Reasons:

The draft accountability statement meets the DfE requirements and demonstrates MAE’s contribution to national and local priorities, alongside partnership working with key stakeholders. It is line with last two years approved statement.