Issue details

Six month update report on impact of welfare benefit changes and financial inclusion activities

This paper will update the Executive Member on the ongoing impact of recent and imminent welfare benefits changes in York, including Universal Credit, and importantly the support available for residents in dealing with these challenges. It will look at the available support for residents including local welfare support and other financial inclusion activity.

The Executive Member will be asked to note the issues raised in the report and action taken or planned to address them.

Decision type: Non-key

Decision status: Decision Made

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Notice of proposed decision first published: 24/09/2018

Decision due: 15/11/18 by Executive Member for Adult Social Care and Health

Lead member: Executive Member for Adult Social Care and Health

Lead director: Corporate Director of Customer and Corporate Services

Department: Directorate of Customer and Corporate Services

Contact: Pauline Stuchfield, Director of Housing and Community Services Email: pauline.stuchfield@york.gov.uk Tel : 01904 551706.

Consultation process

Feedback from Advice York partners will be sought on welfare benefits impacts and needs.

Decisions

Agenda items

 

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