The Adult Social Services, Health and Housing Committee is scheduled to meet on Tuesday 16 June 2026. The meeting's agenda includes discussions on the Care Quality Commission's assessment of adult social care, the performance of adult social care services, and the council's revenue and capital outturn for the past financial year. Additionally, the committee will review the Richmond Corporate Plan's end-year performance and consider appointments to joint health overview and scrutiny committees.

Care Quality Commission Assessment in Adult Social Care

A key item scheduled for discussion is the Care Quality Commission's (CQC) assessment of adult social care services in Richmond. The report details the findings of this assessment, including highlights and key conclusions. The CQC's role is to assess local authorities' performance in adult social care, similar to how it oversees NHS organisations and care providers. The assessment framework covers four themes: working with people, providing support, ensuring safety, and leadership. The report is expected to provide an update on the council's performance against these areas, with the final report published in March 2026.

Adult Social Care Outcomes Framework Annual Performance Report 2024-25

The committee is scheduled to review the Adult Social Care Outcomes Framework (ASCOF) Annual Performance Report for 2024-25. This report offers a comparison of Richmond upon Thames' performance against 31 other London boroughs and England as a whole. The ASCOF measures how well adult social care services help individuals achieve outcomes such as quality of life, choice, safety, and independence. The framework uses data from surveys of people using care services and their carers, as well as statutory performance indicators. The report is expected to highlight areas where Richmond performs strongly, such as in social care-related quality of life scores and overall satisfaction with care and support.

Revenue and Capital Outturn 2025/26

A significant portion of the meeting is dedicated to reviewing the revenue and capital budget management for the 2025/26 financial year. The report will provide an overview of the financial performance, summarising actions being taken where necessary. This includes an examination of the revenue budget, which is projected to have an overspend, particularly within the Resident Services Directorate, largely attributed to direct homelessness and temporary accommodation costs. The Adult Social Care & Public Health Directorate is forecast to underspend. The capital budget outturn will also be presented, detailing expenditure across various projects within the Resident Services and Adult Social Care & Public Health Directorates.

Richmond Corporate Plan 2025/26 End-Year Performance Report

The committee is scheduled to receive an update on the end-year performance of the Richmond Corporate Plan (RCP) for 2025/26, focusing on actions and key performance indicators (KPIs) relevant to the committee's remit. The report will outline progress on specific RCP actions, such as the delivery of affordable homes and the acquisition of properties for temporary accommodation. It will also present performance data against 14 relevant KPIs, indicating areas of improvement, decline, or stability compared to the previous year. The report will highlight both areas of strong performance, such as the number of people quitting smoking and the prevention of homeless cases, and areas of underperformance, such as admissions to residential and nursing homes for residents aged 65+.

Appointments to Joint Health Overview and Scrutiny Committees

The committee is requested to make appointments to existing Joint Health Overview and Scrutiny Committees (JHOSCs) for the municipal year 2026/27. This includes appointing two Members to the South West London & Surrey JHOSC and one non-voting co-opted member to the North West London JHOSC. These committees are established to scrutinise health reconfiguration proposals across multiple local authority areas, ensuring Richmond's views are represented.

Tenants Champion Report 2025-2026

Councillor Paulina Vassileva, the Tenants' Champion, is scheduled to present her annual report for 2025-26. This report details the work of the Tenants' Champion Service, which acts as an escalation route for social housing residents when complaints with their landlords cannot be resolved. The report is expected to highlight key themes from casework, such as the importance of good communication, the need for organisations to work effectively with resident advocates, and the use of complaints to drive improvements. The report will also cover the Tenants' Champion Interagency Forum, which brings together multi-agency colleagues to improve joint working.

Social Housing Improvement Plan: L & Q

The committee is scheduled to receive a presentation from L & Q, one of the main housing associations operating in the borough, regarding the Social Housing Improvement Plan (SHIP). The SHIP aims to improve standards and drive investment for residents living in existing social housing. The presentation will likely cover the housing association's progress and performance against the plan's key themes, which include resident involvement, improved repairs, sustainable homes, tackling defects, and investing in safe communities.

Committee Work Programme

Finally, the committee will consider its work plan for future business. This document outlines upcoming matters for consideration, including key decisions and other significant items scheduled for future meetings. It provides information on who is taking decisions, when, and details of any consultation processes.