Purpose

To seek approval for the write
off of uncollectable debt

Decision

That the amounts identified in the
report, as detailed below, be approved for write
off:
 

Council
Tax

£37,052
45

Business
Rates

£28,583.72

Housing Benefit
Overpayment

£22,003.03

Total

£87,639.20

 

Reasons for the decision

·      
All recovery methods have been considered and where
appropriate pursued, before making the decision to write
off.  Debts will be written off against
provisions in the Council’s accounts.
·      
Officer time can be maximized on greatest returns,
at the same time as ensuring robust procedures for debt management
are in place across all revenue streams.

Alternative options considered

·      
Not to approve the amounts for write off, however
this would leave uncollectable debt showing on the Council’s
records.