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Summary
Havering Council Leader Councillor Ray Morgon approved the cessation of water rate collection as part of rent on 01/02/2024. The council will no longer bill tenants for water rates, with Essex and Suffolk Water taking direct payment from residents. Vulnerable residents will be contacted and directed to the Citizen's Advice Bureau for support.
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Purpose
In light of recent developments and evolving regulations, the Council will no longer be billing tenants for water rates as part of the rent. Instead, Essex and Suffolk Water will take payment directly from residents for water usage.
This decision will seek approval to make the change.
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Details
| Outcome | Recommendations Approved |
| Decision date | 1 Feb 2024 |
| Effective from | 8 Feb 2024 |
| Subject to call-in | Yes |