The Safer and Stronger Communities Overview and Scrutiny Sub-Committee was scheduled to discuss a range of important issues at its meeting on Thursday 10 September 2026. The agenda included reports on community safety, the council's decant policy for tenants, and the housing services repairs policy. Additionally, the sub-committee was set to review its work programme and the council's forward plan of key decisions.

Community Safety

The sub-committee was scheduled to receive a report on community safety activities within the East Riding of Yorkshire. This report was expected to provide an overview of the council's responsibilities under the Prevent Duty, which aims to prevent individuals from becoming involved in terrorism. It was also set to detail the delivery of the Community Safety Partnership (CSP) Strategic Plan for 2025-2029, outlining initiatives to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour, support vulnerable residents, and build safer communities. The report was also to cover the Clear, Hold, Build project in Bridlington South, a strategy to reclaim neighbourhoods affected by serious and organised crime, and the implications of the new Crime and Policing Act 2026, which introduces measures to strengthen responses to anti-social behaviour and organised crime.

Decant Policy for Council Tenants 2026-29

A report was scheduled to be presented regarding the updated Decant Policy for Council Tenants. This policy establishes a framework for managing situations where tenants are required to move from their homes, either temporarily or permanently, due to major repairs, emergencies, or redevelopment. The policy aims to ensure fair treatment, appropriate support, consultation, and compensation for tenants, in line with current legislation and regulatory expectations, including Awaab's Law¹ and the Social Housing (Regulation) Act 2023².

Housing Services Repairs Policy

The sub-committee was scheduled to review the draft Housing Services Repair and Maintenance Policy. This policy aims to provide a clear, consistent, and customer-focused framework for delivering responsive repairs across the council's housing stock. Key objectives include ensuring homes are safe and maintained to a high standard, providing clarity to tenants on repair responsibilities, supporting efficient service delivery, and aligning with the Regulator of Social Housing's (RSH)³ consumer standards, particularly the Safety and Quality Standard. The policy was developed with input from tenants and aims to improve communication and tenant satisfaction.

Safer and Stronger Communities Overview and Scrutiny Sub-Committee Work Programme

An update was scheduled to be provided on the Sub-Committee's current work programme. This would allow members to review ongoing scrutiny activities and plan future work.

Forward Plan of Key Decisions

The Sub-Committee was to receive a report on the Forward Plan of Key Decisions. This plan outlines key decisions that The Cabinet and the Council are scheduled to make over the next six months. The extract provided for the Sub-Committee's consideration included items related to the review of the Dangerous Wild Animals Policy and the Mobile Homes Licensing Policy, both of which fall within the Sub-Committee's terms of reference.