Purpose

Sefton ARC & Careline fees
and charges for 2026/27 are set out in the report and are proposed
for adoption and enactment from 1st April 2026.

Decision

Decision:
 
(1)      
The approved Sefton ARC & Careline fees and
charges for 2026/27 from 1st April 2026 as set out in the report,
be noted.
 
Reason(s) for the
Decision:
 
The service provides a core service to
businesses, colleagues and customers of Sefton in ensuring that
there is 24/7/365 support for residents, visitors and vulnerable
people across the borough. 
 
The electrical and alarms team also provides a
core operational service to Sefton Council corporate buildings and
schools throughout the borough.
 
Full cost recovery operating models must be in
place to ensure that the Council are not subsidising any commercial
businesses.
 
 
Alternative Options
Considered and Rejected:
 
               
None.