S113 arrangements for the Senior Floating Support Officer
March 13, 2026 Chief Executive (Head of Paid Service) (Officer) Approved View on council websiteThis summary is generated by AI from the council’s published record and supporting documents. Check the full council record and source link before relying on it.
Summary
The Chief Executive (Head of Paid Service) approved recommendations on 13/03/2026. Boston Borough Council agreed to share an existing Senior Floating Support Officer with East Lindsey District Council until at least 31 March 2028. This arrangement will enable the officer to manage the floating support function for both councils.
Full council record
Decision
East Lindsey District Council are looking to share an existing member of staff, a Senior Floating Support 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 floating support 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.
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Details
| Outcome | Recommendations Approved |
| Decision date | 13 Mar 2026 |