Issue - meetings

Report of Deputy Chief Executive and Director of Regeneration and Planning

Lead Cabinet member: Councillor Zoe Nicholson

(Non-key decision):

To note the progress of measures taken to support residents through the cost of living crisis.

The Cabinet considered the report of the Deputy Chief Executive and Director of Regeneration and Planning, updating them on steps taken to support residents through the cost of living crisis.

The Council had hosted a Cost of Living Summit on 27 October, bringing together those who are helping to tackle cost of living issues locally, to share ideas and develop joint solutions to support those in need. Following the success of the event, a second Summit would be scheduled and communicated in due course. Thanks were expressed to officers involved in organising the event and other work undertaken.

Policy and Performance Advisory Committee (PPAC), held on 1 December 2022 considered the report and were supportive of the officer recommendation in full. Councillor Boorman, Chair of Policy and Performance Advisory Committee, was in attendance to present PPAC’s discussion. Councillor Linington, Leader of the Opposition Group, also spoke on the item.

During discussions, Officers were instructed to review the council’s support for foodbanks across the district and gauge any requirements they might have in advance of the Christmas period.

Resolved (Non-key decision):

To note the progress of measures taken to support residents through the cost-of-living crisis.

Reason for decision:

The Council has committee to a range of ongoing measures which are supporting residents and organisations across the district.