Summary
This report will provide an update on the Kinship
Zones Pilot. This follows Medway having been selected for inclusion
in this national pilot aimed at supporting families looking after
vulnerable children who would have otherwise gone into
care.
Access to Information
The report together with any other documents being
considered (unless they contain exempt information) will be
available for inspection 5 clear days before the decision is taken
by the Cabinet. Copies are available on the Council's website or
requested from Democratic Services Medway Council, Gun Wharf, Dock
Road, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4TR or email democratic.services@medway.gov.uk. If
you wish to submit information to the Cabinet about the item please
also contact Democratic Services.
Decision type: Key
Decision status: For Determination
Notice of proposed decision first published: 09/03/2026
Decision due: 2 Jun 2026 by Cabinet
Lead member: Councillor Adam Price, Portfolio Holder for Children's Services (including statutory responsibility) adam.price@medway.gov.uk
Lead director: Lee-Anne Farach
Contact: Kelly Cogger, Assistant Director, Children's Social Care Email: kelly.cogger@medway.gov.uk Tel: 01634 335618.
Relevant Overview and Scrutiny Committee:: Children and Young People