Decision type: Key
Decision status: For Determination
Notice of proposed decision first published: 16/11/2021
Anticipated restriction: Public -
Decision due: Between 17 Nov 2021 and 7 Dec 2021 by Cabinet Member Signing
The Government through the Department of Works and Pensions (DWP) has provided funding to local authorities to administer the Household Support Fund Scheme. The report will be seeking 1) Approval of the funding allocation from the Government. 2) Approval of the updated Household Support Fund Scheme Policy which sets out the Council’s arrangement for administering the funding provided by the government. 3)Delegating authority to the Assistant Director of Finance, in consultation with the Leader of the Council, to amend this policy to give effect to changes in legislation, statutory or non statutory guidance, or directives or instructions of a similar character issued by Government. 4)Agreement that the policy is subject to the availability of government funding and will terminate on 31st March 2022 unless terminated earlier or extended beyond this date by Cabinet / Cabinet Member decision report.
Lead member: Leader of the Council
Lead director: Assistant Director for Finance
Contact: Director of Finance.