Jane Carr

...to approve the provisional distribution scope of the Household Support Fund, maintain oversight of the fund with the WNC Public Health team, and authorize the redistribution of any unassigned funds by March 31, 2026, in accordance with government guidelines.

... to approve the new Tenancy Policy, replacing the previous Northampton Tenancy Policy, to align with the Council's Tenancy Strategy, related strategies, and regulatory requirements.

...to commence a competitive tender for a 5-year contract, with a possible 5-year extension, for integrated alcohol and drug treatment, recovery, and support services for adults, children, young people, and families, and delegated authority to the Director of Public Health to award the contract.

...the Housing Asset Management Strategy, detailing how West Northamptonshire Council and Northamptonshire Partnership Homes will maintain, manage, and invest in council homes, was approved.

...to introduce Transport Direct Payments, change Carers Direct Payments, and approve the new Adults Direct Payments Policy to meet statutory duties and ensure transparency and consistency from April 1st, 2025.