The council is carrying out a review of the department (News, 14 January) following a critical report into the death of baby Caleb Ness, who was killed in 2001 by his brain-damaged father.
The council said its delegation met Government officials to update them on its progress. A spokeswoman said no "specific request" for funding was made but she admitted that money was "probably mentioned".
One option the council is considering is the creation of a department of education and children's services.
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