To receive any communications or announcements from the

Ø  Civic Mayor, including the presentation of long service awards to staff and a verbal report on the Virtual School;

Ø  Leader of the Council;

Ø  Overview and Scrutiny Co-ordinator;

Ø  Chief Executive.

The Worshipful The Mayor of Torbay and the Chief Executive presented a long service certificate to Jacquelyn Shaw in recognition of her dedication to public service in Torbay.

The Worshipful The Mayor of Torbay welcomed Dan Hamer, Head of Vulnerable Pupils to the meeting.  Mr Hamer gave a presentation on the Virtual School Annual Report for 2023/2024 (which was circulated after the meeting).  On behalf of the Council, the Worshipful The Mayor of Torbay thanked Mr Hamer for the excellent work of the Virtual School in supporting our cared for children and young people.