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The Panel received a briefing on young people who are not in education, employment or training (NEET), and on those at risk of becoming NEET. Cabinet Members and officers from education and social services gave information on Swansea's position, the support available, and its strengths and challenges. The minutes record no decision; the Panel's views are set out in a letter to the Cabinet Members dated 9 March 2026.
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The Minutes from the Panel meeting on the 16 February 2026 were agreed as a correct record.
The letter to the Cabinet Member following the Panel meeting on the 22 January was noted.
No public question were received.
The Panel thanked the Cabinet Members Cllr Robert Smith (Education and Learning) and Cllr Alyson Anthony (Wellbeing), Julie Davies (Head of Child and Family Services), Rhodri Jones (Head of Achievement and Partnership Service), David Bawden (Strategic Skills Co-ordinator) and Gavin Evans (Principal Officer, CFS Family Support Services) for the attending the meeting to discuss Not in Education, Employment or Training. A joint report covering Social Services and Education aspects was provided that looked at progress in this area and included: · An introduction to the issues including the Youth Engagement and Progression Framework and main goals. · Swansea’s current position including trends · Strengths for Swansea Council · Current and future challenges for Swansea The questions asked and the Panels views on this matter will form part of the letter to the Cabinet Member following this meeting.
The work plan was noted.
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