Decision Maker: Executive Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: April 23, 2025

Purpose: This report proposed an interim spending plan ahead of the confirmation of Tameside’s allocation of Household Support Funding for 2025/2026 to ensure the continuation of free school meals support for the May 2025 holiday period.  

Content: RESOLVED That Executive Cabinet: Agree to continue with the provision of free school meals support of £10 per week for each eligible child for the May school holiday period as set out in this report. Agree that a further report outlining the full spending plan for 2025/26 will be brought to Executive Cabinet following the grant funding allocation and scheme guidance assessment by the Council.