Decision details

The Director of Economic Development and Planning submitted a report asking committee to consider the allocation of the Household Support Fund (HSF).

She reminded members of the two previous Household Support Funds in November 2021 and March 2022 where funding had been received via LCC for allocation and award to recipients.

She now informed committee that another extension had been made to the fund running from October 2022 to March 2023. Once again LCC had confirmed that £120,000 would be passported to RVBC for allocation and distribution.

The areas of eligible spend were outlined in respect of this scheme and the suggested ways in which to allocate it using an application process and offer of food vouchers.

Members asked that the scheme be publicised as widely as possible so that those eligible could apply.

RESOLVED THAT COMMITTEE

Agree to the HSF3 being distributed via an application process to low earning households in the Borough in need of assistance as set out within the report.