We have identified 50 evidence-based social value themes for North Somerset Council in South West across 49 service areas. These insights are derived from the latest council meeting transcripts and can inform your social value strategy for bids and tenders.
Consultation on WA membership
Members agreed to begin the formal legal and democratic process to assess whether North Somerset should join the West of England Combined Authority. The report emphasised consultation with residents, …
“"we are asking members to do is to start the process of negotiation and understanding what a membership proposition would be" and "consulting with res…”
WA membership process cost
The council discussed starting the formal process to explore West of England Combined Authority membership, including consultation and legal/governance work. Members explicitly identified a substantia…
“"North Somerset taxpayers are being asked to pay nearly £300,000 to deliver our membership of Wacka."”
Adult social care costs rising
Adult social care remains a major budget pressure, with younger adults with complex needs driving high-cost care packages that can exceed £100,000 per person per year. This indicates continuing demand…
“"Demand for adult social care continues to rise especially for younger adults with complex needs where the cost of individual care packages can exceed…”
Social care absorbs major spend
The council highlighted that adult and children’s social care now accounts for about two-thirds of total spending, with over £120 million a year being spent on social care services.
“we're spending over 120 million pounds a year just on social care services.”
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