Issue - decisions

Resolved:

a)   That the report and the progress made in supporting residents who are financially vulnerable be noted.

b)   That the commencement of the 2021/22 Financial Inclusion grants scheme as described in paragraph54 of the report be approved.

Reason:     To ensure Councillors, residents and stakeholder groups are aware of the ongoing financial inclusion activity across the city and use of associated funding including covid-19 support and to be updated on welfare benefits changes and their impacts.