Decision details

Update on the use of Discretionary Housing Payments (DHP) to support those affected by Welfare Reforms.

Matter for Decision

The Officer’s report provided an update on the funding and use of Discretionary Housing Payments (DHP) to support those affected by Welfare Reforms.

Decision of Executive Councillor for Finance and Resources

    i. Approved the carry forward to 2017/2018 of the projected unspent additional contribution (see paragraph 4(a) v).

Reason for the Decision

As set out in the Officer’s report.

Any Alternative Options Considered and Rejected

Not applicable.

Scrutiny Considerations

The committee made no comments in response to the report from the Head of Revenue and Benefits.

The Committee unanimously resolved to endorse the recommendation.

The Executive Councillor approved the recommendation.