Any Other Business
To consider any items of AOB.
Minutes:
The Board were updated regarding the extra £3 billion resources allocated under the Chancellor’s budget to support ‘back to work’ initiatives. Special focus would be on a Future Jobs Fund to offer support for all 18-24 year olds who reach 12 months unemployed by providing opportunities for guaranteed jobs, training or work placements. Official guidance is scheduled to be produced this month, with the formal bidding process starting in summer with delivery anticipated for autumn 2009.
The Board were advised of submission of a joint NHS and Council bid under the ‘Fit for Work’ funding programme on behalf of the HSP.