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VCSE Commissioning Programme

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Kingston upon Thames Council's adult carer support contract, a component of its VCSE commissioning, is extended until March 2028.

Kingston upon Thames Council's adult carer support contract, a component of its VCSE Commissioning Programme, is extended until March 2028. This extension, approved by the People Committee in September 2025, included increased funding to manage rising demand for carer assessments and reviews, which exceeded original targets by 81% in 2024/25.

The council recognised an increasing need for carer services, ensuring continued support for unpaid carers in the borough through this extended provision. No further discussions or decisions regarding the VCSE Commissioning Programme are currently scheduled in council meetings.

Key facts

  1. Kingston upon Thames Council's People Committee approved an adult carer support contract extension on 23 September 2025. Source
  2. The adult carer support contract was extended until March 2028. Source
  3. The provider exceeded the target of 200 annual carer assessments by 81% in 2024/25. Source
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