Issue - meetings

Report FSD21073

The Committee received an update on the latest 2021/22 revenue budget monitoring position for the Renewal, Recreation and Housing Portfolio based on expenditure and activity levels up to 30^th September 2021. An overspend of £614k was projected. Delays in completing the modular housing schemes that were beyond the control of the Council meant that the expected savings from temporary accommodation were not being achieved, and income was still lower than anticipated for building control and pre-application planning fees. There were also increases in staffing costs as staff were seconded to Covid-19 related work.

A table showing the Covid-19 grants relating to the Portfolio had been circulated. The Household Support Fund had only just been announced by the Government in October 2021, and a Member requested information about how this was being publicised.

RESOLVED that the Portfolio Holder be recommended to endorse the Budget Monitoring report.