FI15583

Request

1) How many 16 and 17 year old looked after children is your local authority responsible for currently? 

2) How many 16 and 17 year old looked after children in your local authority are currently placed out of area? 

3) How many 16 and 17 year old looked after children were accommodated in spot purchased placements (off framework/contracted arrangements) in the current year (24/25 financial year)? 

4) What was the cost of placements/supported accommodation for 16 and 17 year olds per week in the current year (24/25 financial year)?

a) lowest cost

b) highest cost

c) average cost 

5) Are there sufficient placements in your local authority area for 16 and 17 year old looked after children who have a high level of complex needs?

Response

Dover District Council does not hold the information you are seeking. The social care authority within our District is Kent County Council, who should be able to assist you and can be contacted at the following address: freedomofinformation@kent.gov.uk.