Issue details

GW1 Procurement Strategy for Speech, Language, and Communication Service in Special Schools, Resource Bases, Alternative Provision, and the Virtual School

To agree a continuation of the Speech, Language, and Communication Service to ensure continuity of support for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities

Decision type: Key

Reason Key: Expenditure > £500,000;

Decision status: For Determination

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Notice of proposed decision first published: 02/10/2026

Open/Closed: Open;

Decision due: November 2026 by Strategic Director of Children and Adult Services

Lead member: Councillor Rebecca Corn, Executive Member for Education and Care cllr.rebecca.corn@southwark.gov.uk

Lead director: Strategic Director of Children and Adult Services

Department: Children and Adults Services

Contact: David Quirke-Thornton, Strategic Director of Children's and Adults Services Email: david.quirke-thornton@southwark.gov.uk.

Making Representations: Chloe Apter Chloe.Apter@southwark.gov.uk