l need to observe the general state of the property and check how well the care leaver is managing in their accommodation, including that they are managing their financial commitments for rent, utilities etc. 9. Where a young person is living in semi-independent accommodation linked to the provision of housing related support, the PA should monitor how well the accommodation, with its related support, is meeting the young person’s needs. They should liaise closely with the young person and their housing support worker to identify and resolve any problems. (g) To keep full, accurate and up to date records of contacts with the care leaver and services provided 3.41. The PA will be responsible for keeping an up to date record of their involvement with each care leaver and therefore of the responsible authority’s involvement with the young person. A note should be made on each visit and on other contacts with the young person. Contact with other agencies must also be recorded. The case record can be used to establish that the plan continues to set out an effective means of supporting the young person. A properly recorded pathway plan and case file should demonstrate that the responsible authority is meeting its statutory duties towards the care leaver concerned. 3.42. The pathway plan should be a living document. Care leavers should be given a copy of their plan and provided with regular information about the records being maintained on their behalf and where these are stored. Young people should be offered assistance so they are able to have easy access to their case files. 9 Regulation 9(2) of the Care Leavers (England) Regulations 2010 30 3.43. Data on pathway plans might also be used to evaluate the wider performance of an authority’s leaving care service. Budget holdin