Decision Maker: Executive
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Is Key decision?: Yes
Is subject to call in?: Yes
To review the progress of the Financial
Hardship Action Plan and the upcoming work for the remainder of the
plan period. To set out the proposed initiatives to support
residents experiencing financial hardship that will delivered in
the coming months.
RESOLVED that
There continues to be significant financial pressures facing many households in the
borough, addressing this is a priority for the new lead administration. The
recommendations set out provide continued and enhanced support to those most in
need. These actions focus on where the council can help reduce the impact of
financial hardship and encourage the financial resilience of residents.
A range of potential initiatives have been considered as part of these proposals. The
recommendations balance the time, budget and resourcing constraints with providing
the critical support the residents experiencing acute challenges as a result of the
rising cost of living.
None
Reason Key: Affects more than 1 ward;
Wards Affected: (All Wards);
Financial Impact: To be determined.
Declarations: None
Subject to Urgent Proceedings: No
Making Representations: In writing to the Chief Executive.
Other reasons / organisations consulted
None.
Consultees
None.
Contact: Katie Flint, Policy and Performance Lead Email: katie.flint@bracknell-forest.gov.uk Tel: 01344 352217.
Report author: Katie Flint
Publication date: 20/06/2023
Date of decision: 20/06/2023
Decided at meeting: 20/06/2023 - Executive
Effective from: 28/06/2023
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