Councillor Marina Asvachin

...the adoption of a new Temporary Accommodation Allocations Policy to establish a clear, fair, and equitable process for providing temporary housing to those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, ensuring compliance with legislative frameworks.

...that the existing Local Council Tax Support Scheme be continued for the 2026-27 financial year.

...adopted a new Consultation and Engagement Strategy for 2026-2028, designed to ensure communities are heard and involved in transparent, inclusive, and collaborative decision-making processes.

...granted delegated authority to the Strategic Director for Place, in consultation with the Portfolio Holder for City Development, to authorise any proposed modifications that may arise during the Exeter Plan Examination to ensure the Plan is considered sound.

...approved an amendment to the Grants Panel Terms of Reference to formally include authority for the Panel to make decisions on community grants allocated through the Ukrainian Refugee Support scheme, and delegated authority to the Director of People & Communities to agree future minor amendments to these Terms of Reference.