Issue details

Exemption from Contract Procedure Rules in order to invest in and enter a licence agreement for the Essential Parent App

The purpose of the report is to request approval to invest in the Essential Parent (EP) Family Hub App that has recently been developed with GMCA and the GM localities. The investment will allow Oldham to provide all parents with a free at the point of use app that supports families from pregnancy through to 19 years (or 25 years for young people with additional needs). The app translates all articles into a parent’s chosen
language (75 languages available). The App forms part of Oldham’s emerging digital offer for families and young people from pregnancy to 25 years of age.

Decision type: Non-key

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

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

Decision due: 18 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

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Decisions

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