Issue - decisions

Resolved: That;

a)   The council’s RHL scheme (as detailed in paragraphs 5 – 12 of the published report) be noted.

b)   The council’s CTS hardship scheme (as detailed in paragraphs 13 – 19 of the published report) be noted.

c)   The delegation of discretion to decide on qualifying and non-qualifying businesses (outside of those set out in Annex A of the published report) to the Head of Customer and Exchequer Services in consultation with the Head of Economic Development be approved.

d)   Approval be given to the delegation to make any changes to the council’s RHL and CTS hardship scheme within the broader scope of the scheme guidance (as set at Annexes A and B of the published report) to the council’s s151 officer (Chief Finance Officer)  in consultation with the Executive Member for Finance and Major Projects (as detailed in paragraphs 11 & 19 of the published report).

Reason:     To provide cost of living support to business and residents hardest hit by the current economic pressures.