The council's children and young people directorate has recommended Prospects Services to take over the reins for the "leadership and management" of integrated youth support services and Connexions across the county. The council's cabinet committee is due to vote on the move on 5 September, with Prospects Services taking over on 1 April 2008 for three years if given the green light.
A document explaining the process to council staff said they would stay working for the council and those currently working for Connexions would be reporting to Prospects Services.
Jo Davidson, group director of children's services at Gloucestershire County Council, said its cabinet will consider a recommendation that Prospects Services should provide overall leadership of a new service, including for the youth offending and leaving care teams.
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