Decision details

RESOLVED that –

(a)       Meifod be re-opened as a Council run service for adults with learning disabilities as soon as it is safe to do so, following the necessary investment into the existing building/facilities.  It was anticipated that the service would be able to re-open by February 2022, although this could be sooner if works are completed quickly;

(b)       officers to provide options for members to consider through the established political process on:

·         new ways of working at Meifod to improve learning and skills across a range of activities, including working with timber

·         alternative service delivery models for the operation at Meifod with a view to improving the long-term sustainability of the service as the lease on the building expires in 4 years

(c)        officers to establish a stakeholder group, including representative family members and individuals who attend Meifod or their advocates to ensure they are fully engaged in the re-opening of the service along with developing any future options for its operation.