Decision Maker: Executive

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: May 19, 2025

Purpose:

Content: The Executive agreed the recommendations as outlined above namely:   1.     To agree the proposed allocation of the Household Support Fund budget of £3,070,022 outlined in Paragraph 6.5.   2.     To agree the following targeted support that £1,780,000 be allocated to fund an extension to Free School Meals by Vouchers distributed by schools for those eligible for Free School Meals during school holidays and that £80,000 be allocated to voucher support for food for Care Leavers and Children’s Social Care.   3.     To agree that £550,000 be allocated to fund a Discretionary Support Scheme for an application based scheme for residents facing hardship with energy bills and food.   4.     To agree that £200,000 be allocated to fund increased Advice and Support Services and that £300,000 be allocated to grant funding for voluntary and third sector organisations.   5.     To agree that £160,022 be allocated to fund the Administration Costs of the scheme.   6.     To authorise the Head of Legal Services to enter into any legal documentation flowing from the contents of this report.