It’s crucial that through the transition phase of the service any disruption to staff and service users is kept to a minimum. The term ‘lift and shift’ supports this by ensuring the service is ready to continue as it is … Continue reading
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How will the County Council ensure stability during the transition?
We will be working closely with Virgin Care Limited to ensure a smooth and seamless transition, that the quality of the service is retained and that we build on the existing skills and expertise of the excellent workforce.
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Why is this happening now?
The current contract, comes to an end on 31 March 2019. The decision to bring these services in to DCC is no reflection on the current providers or any potential providers; it is an opportunity to ensure we respond well … Continue reading
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Why did County Council elected Members choose this option?
Members spent time carefully exploring options, via a tender process and finally a decision was made to transfer the childrens homes in to DCC. By bringing the service in-house, it was agreed that we will have more opportunities to align … Continue reading
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How can I keep in touch with what’s going on with the transition?
Your line manager will be your point of call for any queries and we will update this webpage regularly. There are also engagement and consultation events across the county.