Decision

The Chairman, Cllr. Nick Brown welcomed the
Leader of the Council Cllr. Terry Richardson and the Chief
Executive to the meeting.
 
The Leader and the Chief Executive provided an
update on the following topics:
 

·        
Homelessness figures in the District.

·        
The latest update on HNRFI and an invitation to the Deputy Prime
Minister to visit Blaby District.

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Ensuring that the new ICT project is fit for purpose and
secure.

·        
Emergency planning response during the recent storms, gas outages
and contaminated land areas.

·        
New housing figures released for District, but this may include
unmet targets too.

·        
Future funding challenges – the Council may receive 2 year
funding plan, and the UKSPF is not expected to continue. The
Council awaits further news on any devolution plans.
 
Members questioned the Leader and Chief
Executive on the following:
 

·        
Updated Blaby District Plan following the General Election and
revisiting any priorities.

·        
Flooding response.

·        
Green initiatives, including support towards solar panels

·        
Support for residents regarding winter fuel allowance.