The Borough Residents' Forum is scheduled to consider proposals for the Housing Revenue Account budget, including proposed rent and other charges for council dwellings. The forum will also review the findings and recommendations of the Social Housing Improvement Task and Finish Group.

Housing Revenue Account Budget

A key item on the agenda is the Housing Revenue Account (HRA) budget, which will include discussions on proposed rents and other charges for council dwellings. The report pack indicates that this will involve a review of the financial plans for council housing, outlining how income from rents and other sources will be managed to cover expenditure on maintenance, management, and investment in the housing stock. The report by the Executive Director of Finance, titled HRA Rent Setting Report 26-7 - HRA Rent Setting Report, is expected to provide detailed information on these proposals.

Social Housing Improvement Task and Finish Group

The forum is also scheduled to consider the work of the Social Housing Improvement Task and Finish Group. This group has been examining ways to enhance social housing within the borough. The report pack indicates that the forum will be presented with the group's findings and recommendations, which are likely to cover areas such as property maintenance, resident satisfaction, and future investment strategies for social housing. The relevant report is titled TF Group Final Report 26-8 TF Group Final Report final version.