All-Age Independent Advocacy Service for Cornwall and Isles of Scilly

Cornwall Council is seeking a provider to deliver comprehensive independent advocacy services across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. The service will support children, young people, adults, and eligible parents in understanding their rights and making their voices heard in health, social care, children's services, and community settings. The provider will establish an Advocacy Hub as a single point of access and deliver four integrated service components: Adults Statutory Advocacy, Children and Young People's Advocacy with Independent Visiting and Parents' Advocacy, Community and General Advocacy, and Specialist Advocacy. The contract is valued at approximately £6.4 million over a maximum six-year term, commencing 1 April 2027. Successful bidders should demonstrate experience delivering rights-based advocacy, coordinating multi-age services, and ensuring accessibility across diverse populations and settings.