Welcome to The Lead Member

SEND Policy
Published May 4, 2026 |
Jon Hubbard By Jon Hubbard

Welcome to The Lead Member, a resource dedicated to supporting those serving as Cabinet Members for Children's Services across local government in England.

This site aims to provide:

  • Practical resources and templates
  • Updates on national policy and legislation
  • A space for sharing best practice
  • AI-curated news from across the sector

If you're a Cabinet Member for Children's Services, I hope you find this site useful. Please feel free to contribute your own insights and experiences through the comments.

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Jon Hubbard

Jon Hubbard

Cabinet Member for Children's Services, SEND, Education and Skills, Wiltshire Council

Jon is an Independent Wiltshire councillor for Melksham South, with 17 years' service. He is Cabinet Member for Children's Services, SEND, Education and Skills, and statutory Lead Member for Children's Services, having previously chaired Children's Scrutiny for 12 years. He runs Technoliga, building software to support councillors in their role, and founded 4Youth (South West) charity. He also serves as an LGA Member Peer in Children's Services, SEND, Education and Scrutiny.

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