Councillors to declare any disclosable pecuniary interests they may have in relation to the items for consideration.

Petitions submitted pursuant to Standing Order 36 in relation to matters falling within the Committee’s Powers & Duties which have been received by Head of Legal & Democratic Services no later than four clear working days before the meeting.

Questions submitted pursuant to Standing Order 36 in relation to matters falling within the Committee’s Powers & Duties which have been submitted in writing and received by the Head of Legal & Democratic Services no later than four clear working days before the meeting.

Members from the Me2 Club will be present at the meeting to inform the Committee about their current work.

The Committee will receive a report providing an update on performance improvement and consideration of what further action can be taken.

A report to consider school place planning for Children with Special Educations Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and to consult on proposals for a special school provision.

The Committee will receive an update from the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust regarding work to address inequalities in maternity care.

A report inviting the Committee to determine:

• The admissions arrangements for Community Primary Schools in Reading for the school year 2026/27.
• The coordinated scheme for primary and junior schools for the 2026/27 school year.
• The coordinated scheme for secondary schools for the 2026/27 school year.
• The Relevant Area for 2026.
• Maps of the Primary catchment areas.

A report providing the Committee with an overview of Complaints, compliments, SARs activity and performance for Children’s Social Care for the period from 1 April 2023 to 31 March 2024.

A report providing an overview of complaints, compliments activity and performance for Adult Social Care for the period from 1 April 2023 to 31 March 2024.

The Committee will receive a report to consider Nursing Dementia Block Bed Contracts to secure future provision for Reading residents.

A report providing information on the Youth Justice Service HMIP inspection report and consideration of the associated Improvement Plan.