Minutes:
Members
considered a report on the Corporate Improvement Objective – Prosperity for All
in respect of the Housing element.
Members
asked why the number of private rented tenancies made available
that were available and likely to be available for at least 6 months had
reduced. Officers responded that there had been properties secured in the
private sector and that subsequently more funding had become available to more would
be made available in due course.
Members
asked for the reasons why a review of homelessness had been delayed given that
the individuals are some of the most vulnerable. Officers stated that the
review had in fact commenced and was approximately 60% complete any outcome
from the review will be implemented during the next financial year.
Following
scrutiny the report was noted.
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