Issue details

Approval to award a 12 month contract for a breast feeding support app

As part of the Family Hubs programme, the theme of infant feeding includes funding for a breast-feeding support app which would be accessible 24/7 for families. The proposed app offers comprehensive support to families from conception through the first two years of a
child’s life – the first 1001 days.

Decision type: Non-key

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Notice of proposed decision first published: 14/11/2025

Decision due: 15 Aug 2025 by Executive Director Children and Young People (Director of Childrens Services)

Lead member: Cabinet Member - Children and Young People

Contact: Bruce Penhale, Head of Stronger Communities Service Email: bruce.penhale@oldham.gov.uk Email: Bruce.penhale@oldham.gov.uk.

Consultation process

None

Decisions

Background papers