That:

a)    the commissioning of an independent advocacy service for adults through an open procurement process be approved.

b)    The contract will be for an initial period of 5 years but with the option to extend for up to an additional 24 months.

c)    the director for adult and communities be authorised to take all operational decisions necessary to implement the service including award of contract for the independent advocacy service for a period of up to five years and with a maximum value of £1.5m.