Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: October 17, 2024

Purpose: To agree allocation of the Household Support Fund following the Government's announcement of it's extension for a further period of time.

Content: Resolved   That Cabinet   1)    Approves the proposed allocation of the £3.47m Household Support Fund (HSF) for use between 01 October 2024 and 31 March 2025 as set out in the report and authorises the Executive Director for Resources to distribute the same in accordance with this allocation report; and   2)     Should the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions (“the Secretary of State”) make any future determinations in relation to the Household Support Fund, delegates authority for revision to any funding allocation to the Executive Director for Resources, in consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Environment, Climate & Culture.