Issue - meetings

·        To select appropriate items from the Cabinet agenda for pre-decision scrutiny (cabinet reports enclosed for Scrutiny Members)

The committee scrutinised the following cabinet items:

Department for Work & Pensions (DWP) Kickstart – Gateway Representative

Members commended the scheme and discussed the scope and flexibility of the eligibility of the scheme. It was queried whether young people who were not on universal credit but have a small wage would be entitled to this scheme. Officers explained that the criteria was very strict, however if the member had any particular individuals that required support officers could advise them further.

Following scrutiny, the committee was supportive of the proposals to be considered by cabinet.