Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: July 9, 2025

Purpose: The Housing Assistance Policy sets out how the Council delivers and funds, through the Better Care Fund, a range of discretionary help to support and promote independent living and improve housing conditions for disabled people and older people on low income living in rented and owner-occupied homes. The policy has not been updated for over 10 years.   This report seeks approval for a comprehensive range of updates and improvements that will complement other policies related to housing and social care in the borough and provide opportunities to improve services to our residents.  

Content: Agreed to the new Housing Assistance Policy at Appendix A to the report