That:

a)            A framework for the purchasing of commissioned home care services be introduced from 1 November 2021;

b)           The duration of the framework will be four years with the option to extend for a further 12 months;

c)            Applicants admission to the framework will be determined via competitive tender;

d)           The director for adults and communities is authorised to take all operational decisions necessary to implement the above recommendations.

e)            That cabinet approves the response to the scrutiny recommendations in Appendix 2.