Decision Maker: Finance, Policy and Resources Committee

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: June 25, 2025

Purpose: This report provides an update on the Council’s support for residents during the cost of living crisis.

Content: RESOLVED:   The Committee resolved to:   a) Note the continued response of the Council to help residents and businesses through the ongoing cost of living crisis;   b) Note the allocations of £3.9m from the Council’s Emergency Funding Reserve;   c) Note the spend for Tranche 6 of the Household Support Fund, as outlined in section 7;   d) Agree the updated proposals for Household Support Fund Tranche 7, as outlined in section 8;   e) Agree proposals for the future of the Cost of Living Programme as outlined in section 9;