This report provides an update on the modernisation of the Housing Service and the financial implications of ensuring it is a fit for purpose service that meets its statutory duties and complies with regulatory requirements.

The Cabinet

RECOMMEND TO FULL COUNCIL - That

1.     a general fund supplementary estimate of up to £172k (which equates to a Band D equivalent of £2.81) for the potential redundancy and pension strain costs to meet the Council’s statutory homelessness duties, which will result in growth to the base budget of up to £260k (which equates to Band D equivalent £4.26) be approved;

2.     a housing revenue account supplementary estimate of £294k (which equates to a weekly rent of £1.69 per dwelling) for the potential redundancy and pension strain costs associated with the Housing Revenue Account, which will result in growth to the base budget of up to £67K (which equates to a weekly rent of £0.39 per dwelling) be approved; and

3.     the competency Framework “Arun Cares” which was introduced in September 2018 and which sets out expectations for service delivery (Appendix 1 to the report) be noted.