Decision

RESOLVED that Cabinet:-

1. Approves the budget from Healthier Communities (BU8) for up to five years (3+1+1) for two statutory services; and
2. Authorises officers within the Council to approach the market to inform the procurement of local Healthwatch and the Health Complaints Advocacy Service from 1st April 2024; and
3. Authorises the Executive Director of Public Health & Communities to have delegated authority to award the contract for the local Healthwatch and Complaints Advocacy provider following a competitive process.