Issue - meetings

Presentation from the Named Nurse for Children Looked After in Harrow.

The Panel received a presentation from a representative (Named Nurse for CLA Harrow) of the Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust.  The presentation outlined the key performance indicators for Harrow CLA, exception reporting, and further areas of assistance provided to the Council.

The Named Nurse reported that a Saturday clinic had been operating since 9 July 2022 to provide more choice and flexibility and would be reviewed after a short period.  She further stated that a page containing data had not been included with the agenda.

A Member of the Panel enquired whether the CLA had access to someone to advocate for them on health issues if they were unable to do so themselves.  The Named Nurse informed the Panel that once the health assessment had been undertaken a lead health professional, for example a health visitor, school nurse or GP if they were not in school, would assist them.

The Panel considered that it would be helpful to receive further information on DNAs and young people who refused would be helpful.  The Named Nurse undertook to provide further detail on exception reporting in the next report.

It was noted that for those CLA placed outside the Borough monitoring meetings took place with each provider and there was regular communication with administrators and those monitoring. Members of the Team travelled up to 20 miles from Harrow but if appropriate would also discuss online or undertake another assessment earlier than planned.  Escalation to the Integrated Care System would take place should it be considered that the child needed to be seen locally and discussion would take place with the local CCG.  The Interim Corporate Director, People stated that there was high level scrutiny on health plans and appropriate action would be taken.

RESOLVED:  That the report be noted.