Issue - decisions

RESOLVED - That:
1. This report seeks firstly seeks an approval under Rule 21 of the CPRs for an exemption to the requirement under Rule 4 to obtain 3 quotes for the required specialist coaching and training to improve outcomes for children in Oldham in speech, language and communication (“Services”). Subject to the approval of the exemption, approval is then needed for the budget and for from the Contract Procedure Rules to enable a direct contract award to be made to the Kingfisher Learning Trust for their specialist expertise to support the Better Communication Team in Oldham by providing the Services specialist coaching and training to improve outcomes for children in Oldham in speech, language and communication at a cost for 1 year.