S113 arrangements for the Senior Rough Sleeping Case Officer

March 13, 2026 Chief Executive (Head of Paid Service) (Officer) Approved View on council website

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Summary

The Chief Executive (Head of Paid Service) approved recommendations on 13/03/2026. Boston Borough Council agreed to share a Senior Rough Sleeping Case Officer with East Lindsey District Council until at least 31 March 2028. This arrangement will enable the officer to manage the Rough Sleeping - Outreach function for both councils.

Full council record

Decision

East Lindsey District Council are looking to share an existing member of staff, a Senior Rough Sleeping Case Officer who will be formally shared across the partnership until at least the 31 March 2028.

The decision being sought is under Section 113 of the Local Government Act 1972 for Boston Borough Council to agree to this arrangement which will enable a combined role covering both areas.

Reasons for the decision

To enable the aforementioned officer to manage the Rough Sleeping - Outreach function for both Councils.

Alternative options considered

Employment of a Separate Senior at each individual Council. It was felt that it was more cost effective and to strengthen consistency, resilience and effectiveness across the partnership area.

Supporting Documents

BBC Senior Rough Sleeping Case Officer.docx.pdf

Details

OutcomeRecommendations Approved
Decision date13 Mar 2026