Decisions
25/04/2024 - Public Realm Services ref: 10100 Recommendations Approved
Decision regarding the future operating model
to enhance service delivery
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Decision published: 29/04/2024
Effective from: 25/04/2024
Decision:
That:
a) Cabinet agree to the termination of current Public Realm Service Contract with Balfour Beatty Living Places (BBLP) bringing the contract to an end on or before 31st May 2026;
b) Cabinet delegates authority to the Corporate Director of Economy & Environment
i. to serve the 2 year no-fault written notice on Balfour Beatty Living Places to bring the contract to an end at the end of the notice period; and
ii. To agree a different termination date of the contract if both the Council and BBLP are in agreement.
c) Cabinet agrees that this decision will be published as an open decision and made public by the Corporate Director of Economy & Environment within 14 days of the notice being sent to BBLP.
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Lead officer: Alex Deans
29/02/2024 - Q3 Performance Report ref: 9990 Recommendations Approved
To review performance for Q3 2023/24 and to report the performance position across all Directorates for this period.
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Decision published: 29/02/2024
Effective from: 07/03/2024
Decision:
That:
a) To review performance for Quarter 3 2023/24, and identify any additional actions to
achieve future performance measures
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Lead officer: Kevin Lloyd
21/12/2023 - Q2 Performance Report ref: 9849 Recommendations Approved
To review the performance for Quarter 2 2023/24 and to report the performance position across all Directorates for this period.
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Decision published: 21/12/2023
Effective from: 30/12/2023
Decision:
That:
a) To review the performance for Quarter 2 year 2023/24, and identify any additional actions to achieve future performance measures
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Lead officer: Amy Pitt
21/12/2023 - Progress Report to the Minister of State for Children and Families on Children Services in Herefordshire Children’s Services ref: 9851 Recommendations Approved
To update Cabinet on the content of the most recent progress report of the Children's Commissioner to the Minister of State.
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Decision published: 21/12/2023
Effective from: 30/12/2023
Decision:
That:
a) Cabinet receive this report and note the feedback from the Commissioner.
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Lead officer: Darryl Freeman
01/12/2023 - 2024/25 Budget, Medium Term Financial and Treasury Management Strategy - Revenue Recommendations Approved
To approve the 2024/25 budget and associated
medium term financial strategy and treasury management
strategy.
Decision Maker: Council
Decision due date: 09/02/2024
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Lead officer: Rachael Sanders
Notice of decision: 01/12/2023
Anticipated restriction: Open
22/11/2023 - Decision to not introduce waiting restrictions at Eardisley Village, Herefordshire. ref: 9821 Recommendations Approved
Following a site audit, assessment and
informal residents
Decision Maker: Service Director – Environment , Highways, & Waste
Decision published: 01/12/2023
Effective from: 22/11/2023
Lead officer: Bruce Evans
22/11/2023 - Decision to not reduce existing 40mph Speed Limit to 30mph on A4103 and A4110, Huntington, Herefordshire, at the Three Elms Development. ref: 9819 Recommendations Approved
Following a site audit and assessment, a TRO
is not considered an appropriate course of action and it is felt
that the current speed limit is appropriate for the section of road
under investigation.
Decision Maker: Service Director – Environment , Highways, & Waste
Decision published: 01/12/2023
Effective from: 22/11/2023
Lead officer: Bruce Evans
22/11/2023 - Decision to not reduce the existing 30mph Speed Limit to 20mph at Cleeve Orchard, Hereford. ref: 9818 Recommendations Approved
Following a site audit and assessment, a TRO
is not considered an appropriate course of action and it is felt
that the current speed limit is appropriate for the section of road
under investigation.
Decision Maker: Service Director – Environment , Highways, & Waste
Decision published: 01/12/2023
Effective from: 22/11/2023
Lead officer: Bruce Evans
22/11/2023 - Decision to implement additional waiting restrictions at Ledbury Road & Three Crosses Road, Ross-On-Wye ref: 9820 Recommendations Approved
Considering no objections have been raised
during the Formal (Statutory) Consultation and Notice of Proposal
Stages, a new Traffic Regulation Order be implemented under
Sections 1, 2 and 3 of Part I and Part IV of Schedule 9 of the Road
Traffic Regulation Act 1984 as proposed in the Notice of Proposal,
the effect of which will be to introduce additional No Waiting at
Any Time (Double Yellow Line) restrictions on Ledbury Road
Decision Maker: Service Director – Environment , Highways, & Waste
Decision published: 01/12/2023
Effective from: 22/11/2023
Lead officer: Bruce Evans
07/06/2023 - Decision to approve and launch the Cultural Development and Cultural Programming grant schemes as part of the UKSPF Investment Plan ref: 9817 Recommendations Approved
In April 2022, the government launched the UK
Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF), to replace the European Union
funded structural funds.
The primary goal of the UKSPF is to build pride in place and
increase life chances across the UK. This aligns with the Levelling
Up White Paper missions. Funding is targeted where it is needed
most: building pride in place, supporting high quality skills
training, supporting pay, employment and productivity growth and
increasing life chances.
The council has been allocated £7,545,330 to be spent between
2022 and 2025, of which, £903,194 is for
‘Multiply’ adult numeracy support which is subject to a
separate decision. The government announced approval of the
Investment Plan on the 5 December 2022, and Cabinet took the
decision to accept and spend these funds on 15th December,
2022
https://councillors.herefordshire.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=9216
Under the Community and Places Investment Priority, the Cultural
Grant scheme will deliver measure E4, which supports enhancing
existing cultural, historic and heritage institutions and results
in an improved perception of facilities and amenities in
Herefordshire, increased footfall, and more events and
participatory programmes; and E6, which supports local arts,
culture, heritage and creative activities and results in improved
engagement and new local cultural events and activities across the
county.
What activities can be supported by each grant scheme?
Cultural Development Grants
Building cultural resilience, growth and engagement across the
existing Herefordshire cultural institutions. This revenue grant
will support a range of improvements, including:
• Enhancements to the operation or offer of an existing
cultural organisation or community cultural amenity in
Herefordshire.
• Community outreach or engagement programmes linked to
existing Herefordshire cultural or heritage assets/ sites.
• Community-led programmes linked to existing Herefordshire
cultural or heritage assets/sites.
• Other programmes that improve local access and
participation, help to overcome barriers of engagement, or support
volunteering and skills development linked to existing
Herefordshire cultural or heritage assets/ sites.
Cultural Programming Grants
Building vibrancy, activity and community programming across
Herefordshire. This revenue grant will support a range of local
cultural activities, including:
• Funding for the development and/or operation of local maker
spaces
• Funding for local art galleries/ museums/ libraries for
exhibitions
• Support for local displays for artists to showcase
work
• Funding for local cultural or heritage tours
• Funding for local cultural or creative community
programming
• Support for the establishment or development of programmes
to share cultural, arts or heritage knowledge or resources
locally.
What activities cannot be supported by the grant schemes?
• Events and Festivals are being funded through a separate
grant scheme as part of measure E6 which supports local arts,
culture, heritage and creative activities, so projects classed as
events or festivals will not be eligible for either grant
scheme.
• Capital works, renovation or conservation projects.
Who can apply to the Cultural Grant scheme?
Any organisation or business with a legal status can apply. This
may include local authorities, public sector organisations, higher
and further education institutions, private sector companies,
voluntary organisations, registered charities or local cultural
businesses.
Projects, programmes and activities must be held in Herefordshire
and all members of the public must be able to attend (via a
reasonable charge if necessary) at all times.
Who cannot apply?
• Individuals
• Unconstituted organisations
• Organisations who are registered in the county but propose
to deliver events, activities and programmes outside
Herefordshire
• Applicants who are registered outside Herefordshire, except
when they deliver their business and benefits directly in
Herefordshire.
Outcomes and Outputs
Outputs/outcomes required to meet in Measure E4 for Cultural
Development grants:
• 46 organisations receiving grants
• 46 events / participatory programmes
• 10% increased visitor numbers
• 10% improved perception of facilities and amenities
Outputs/outcomes required to meet in Measure E6 for Cultural
Programming grants:
• 24 organisations receiving grants
• 24 local events or activities
• 10% increase in footfall
• 10% improved engagement
Application process, appraisal and moderation
• Application instructions and guidance will be made available
via Herefordshire Council website;
• Applications will be assessed by an internal panel including
the Culture and Leisure Lead and Museum Lead along with advice from
external advisors;
• Applications will be appraised to ensure they meet the
eligibility criteria and scored based on the outcomes and outputs
required for each individual grant scheme and the Herefordshire
Council Investment Plan.
• The Service Director for Communities is the delegated
authority to award grants to applications that meet the eligibility
requirements of the scheme;
• The Delegated Grants and Programmes Team will administer the
grants scheme;
• Organisations can apply once in each financial year;
• In each financial year, there will be a number of funding
rounds. If the value of applications exceeds the funds remaining in
the funding round, highest scoring applications will be given
priority.
Decision Maker: Corporate Director – Economy & Environment
Decision published: 30/11/2023
Effective from: 07/06/2023
Lead officer: Ross Cook
27/10/2023 - Decision to approve and deliver 1-2-1 business support to Herefordshire cultural organisations up to 31 March 2025 as part of the UKSPF Investment Plan ref: 9816 Recommendations Approved
In April 2022, the government launched the UK
Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF), to replace the European Union
funded structural funds.
The primary goal of the UKSPF is to build pride in place and
increase life chances across the UK. This aligns with the Levelling
Up White Paper missions. Funding is targeted where it is needed
most: building pride in place, supporting high quality skills
training, supporting pay, employment and productivity growth and
increasing life chances.
The council has been allocated £7,545,330 to be spent between
2022 and 2025, of which, £903,194 is for
‘Multiply’ adult numeracy support which is subject to a
separate decision. The government announced approval of the
Investment Plan on the 5 December 2022, and Cabinet took the
decision to accept and spend these funds on 15 December, 2022
https://councillors.herefordshire.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=9216
This commission relates to a package of business support to be
delivered up to end of March 2025. Under the Community and Places
Investment Priority, this business support will deliver measure E4,
which supports enhancing existing cultural, historic and heritage
institutions and results in an improved perception of facilities
and amenities in Herefordshire, increased footfall, and more events
and participatory programmes.
The tailored business support will help Herefordshire cultural
institutions to improve their business performance or operation,
and include business operation advice, marketing and branding
expertise, innovation and the adoption of digital technology, help
to reach new customers and markets, staff training and support in
applying for arts funding to improve future sustainability.
Any organisation or business with a legal status will be eligible
for support. This may include local authorities, public sector
organisations, higher and further education institutions, private
sector companies, voluntary organisations, registered charities or
local cultural businesses. The advice will not be open to
individuals, unconstituted organisations or those registered
outside Herefordshire.
A third party consultant will be contracted according to council
procedure rules to deliver the project. The consultant will manage
the relationship with local cultural organisations and deliver
advice and training on behalf of Herefordshire Council to meet
agreed outcomes and outputs. The project will be overseen and
administered by the Culture and Leisure Lead for Herefordshire
Council.
Decision Maker: Corporate Director – Economy & Environment
Decision published: 30/11/2023
Effective from: 27/10/2023
Lead officer: Ross Cook
23/11/2023 - The provision of Independent Visitor Service for Children and Young People who are Looked After ref: 9815 Recommendations Approved
Both the Children and Young Persons Act (2008)
and Section 23ZB of the Children’s Act 1989 state:
(1) A local authority looking after a child must appoint an
independent person to be the child's visitor if—
(a) the child falls within a description prescribed in regulations
made by the Secretary of State; or
(b) in any other case, it appears to them that it would be in the
child's interests to do so.
(2) A person appointed under this section must visit, befriend and
advise the child.
Following an open tender exercise in September 2023, NYAS achieved
the highest final moderated overall score. This provider will
provide a nationwide Independent Visitor service to at least 30
Children or Young People who are looked after to Herefordshire, on
an annual basis.
Decision Maker: Corporate Director - Children & Young People
Decision published: 30/11/2023
Effective from: 23/11/2023
Lead officer: Darryl Freeman
06/11/2023 - Following the council’s CPR approve the contract award to the winning bidder, Herefordshire County BID - to develop and promote tourism in Herefordshire under the UKSPF Intervention - E17: Development & promotion of the visitor economy. ref: 9814 Recommendations Approved
In April 2022, government launched the UK
Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF), to replace the European Union
funded structural funds. The primary goal of the UKSPF is to build
pride in place and increase life chances across the UK. This aligns
with the Levelling Up White Paper missions. Funding is targeted
where it is needed most: building pride in place, supporting high
quality skills training, supporting pay, employment and
productivity growth and increasing life chances. The council has
been allocated £7,545,330 to be spent between 2022 and 2025,
of which, £903,194 is for ‘Multiply’ adult
numeracy support which is subject to a separate decision.
Government announced approval of the Investment Plan on the 5
December 2022, and Cabinet took the decision to accept and spend
these funds on 15th December, 2022
https://councillors.herefordshire.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=9216
The Visitor Economy project aimed at:
? Promoting and developing the tourism industry in
Herefordshire.
? Supporting the Herefordshire tourism industry in order to make it
competitive in the national stage.
A procurement process was conducted in line with the high value
process
as set out in the council’s Contracts Procedure Rules to
deliver the Visitor Economy project.
An Invitation to Tender (ITT) was issued to all suppliers via the
council’s e-tendering portal on 2nd October 2023, with a
closing date of 24th October 2023 at 12.00pm. The winning bidder
was:
Provider Score (%)
1. Herefordshire County BID
58.60%
The following outcomes and outputs for this project must be
achieved by the provider by 31 March 2025:
Outputs
? Number of businesses receiving non-financial support (numerical
value): 30
? Number of people reached: 800
? Number of local events or activities supported: 8
Outcomes:
? Jobs created: 3
? Jobs Safeguarded: 6
? 10% increase in visitor numbers attracted to Herefordshire as a
result of provider’s marketing campaigns
? 10 % increase per annum in visitors’ spend in Herefordshire
economy through marketing campaigns.
Quarterly reports and claims: The service provider will submit
quarterly reports and claims. These will be accompanied by
necessary documents to evidence claims and demonstrate outputs and
outcomes are delivered. During the contract set-up, the service
provider and the Council will agree template(s) to be used for all
management reports which satisfy the Council’s needs.
Communication and governance routes: The service provider will hold
a quarterly meeting with relevant Herefordshire Officer to discuss
progress and address issues which may arise from programme
management.
UKSPF requirements: The service provider should abide by the all
UKSPF guidance e.g. branding and publicity, procurement,
etc.
Decision Maker: Corporate Director – Economy & Environment
Decision published: 30/11/2023
Effective from: 06/11/2023
Lead officer: Ross Cook
22/11/2023 - Grant of Sustainable Drainage Easement (SUDS) to Severn Trent at Orleton CE Primary School remote car park ref: 9812 Recommendations Approved
• The car park was gifted to the Council
for use by the primary school under a s.106 planning obligation
following new house building in the village.
• The s.104 agreement (The Water Industry Act) relating to the
adoption of sewers and associated infrastructure with Severn Trent
had not been completed at the time and remains outstanding.
• This decision relates to completion of the s. 104 agreement
which is necessary to enable the sewer to be adopted by Severn
Trent.
Decision Maker: Strategic Assets Delivery Director
Decision published: 30/11/2023
Effective from: 22/11/2023
Lead officer: Sarah Jowett
30/11/2023 - Approval for new and updated HR Policies ref: 9805 Recommendations Approved
Approval of the following new and updated HR policies for Herefordshire Council employees:
· Dignity & Respect at Work Policy
· Recruitment & Selection Policy
Decision Maker: Chief executive
Decision published: 30/11/2023
Effective from: 30/11/2023
Decision:
That:
a) The Dignity & Respect at Work policy is approved and implemented from 30 November 2023
b) The Recruitment & Selection policy is approved and implemented from 30 November 2023
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Lead officer: Leanne Edwards
22/08/2023 - Decision to vary the professional services contract with Weston Williamson + Partners to carry out design for the Station Building upgrade ref: 9811 Recommendations Approved
Cabinet’s decision 22 July 2021
authorised that
“..Allocate the remaining HCCTP programme funding to the
development of the transport hub project design and
consultation.
- Further public consultation will be undertaken as the transport
hub design is developed. …”
In April 2022 Weston Williamson + Partners (WW+P) were commissioned
to undertake RIBA stages 2 & 3 and they have carried out
design, key stakeholder consultation and the recommended
“Drive In Reverse Out” (DIRO) design option and cost
plan was presented to cabinet for approval on 27 October 2022. The
initial contract value was £362,697.00. This was increased to
£462,697 to allow for additional surveys and planning
submissions.
In the meantime, there is budget in the current 2023/24 capital
programme to progress the design of the transport hub project using
this intervening period to achieve as close to a shovel ready
scheme as possible by carrying out designs for upgrading the
Station Building.
The council’s contract procedure rules and the Public
Contract Regulations 2015 allow contract variation to a maximum of
50% of the original contract value where the services remain
similar.
Decision Maker: Service Director – Environment , Highways, & Waste
Decision published: 30/11/2023
Effective from: 22/08/2023
Lead officer: Mark Averill
30/11/2023 - Executive Response to the Motion Regarding the Climate and Ecological Emergency ref: 9813 Recommendations Approved
To approve the response to the Climate and Ecological Emergency resolution that was unanimously supported at the meeting of Full Council on 28 July 2023.
Decision Maker: Cabinet member environment
Decision published: 30/11/2023
Effective from: 07/12/2023
Decision:
That:
a) The executive’s response to the resolutions relating to the climate emergency passed by Full Council on 28 July 2023 be agreed as detailed in Appendix 1.
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Lead officer: Ben Boswell, Richard Vaughan
28/11/2023 - Annual review of the councils Information Requests and Complaints 2022/23
To inform the committee of performance in the
areas of complaints, data incidents and requests for information
made to the council over the municipal year 2022/23.
Decision Maker: Audit and Governance Committee
Decision due date: 12/12/2023
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Lead officer: Helen Worth
Notice of decision: 28/11/2023
Anticipated restriction: Open
23/11/2023 - Delivery Plan 2023/24 ref: 9799 Recommendations Approved
To approve the proposals for the Delivery Plan for 2023/24. Each year Cabinet is required to produce a delivery plan which sets out how the strategic ambitions for the year will be achieved.
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Decision published: 24/11/2023
Effective from: 30/11/2023
Decision:
That:
a) Cabinet approves the Delivery Plan 2023/24, as set out in appendix A.
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Lead officer: Appy Reddy, Amy Pitt
23/11/2023 - To approve the commissioning of RIBA 4 design works and required intrusive surveys in order to take forward the Hereford Museum and Art Gallery project. Abandoned
For the new Cabinet Member to affirm
commitment to the Hereford Museum and Art Gallery budget and to
agree the way forwards.
Decision Maker: Cabinet member community services and assets
Decision due date: 04/01/2024
Wards affected: Central;
Lead officer: Susan White
Notice of decision: 23/11/2023
Anticipated restriction: Open
23/11/2023 - Q2 Budget Report ref: 9804 Recommendations Approved
To report the forecast position for 2023/24, including explanation and analysis of the drivers for the material budget variances, and outline current and planned recovery activity to reduce the forecast overspend.
To provide assurance that progress has been made towards delivery of the agreed revenue budget and service delivery targets, and that the reasons for major variances are understood and are being addressed to the cabinet’s satisfaction. The forecast 2023/24 outturn shows a net overspend of £13.8 million at Quarter 2.
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Decision published: 23/11/2023
Effective from: 30/11/2023
Decision:
That Cabinet:
a) Review the financial forecast for 2023/24, as set out in the appendices A-D, and identifies any additional actions to be considered to achieve future improvements;
b) Note the forecast revenue outturn position at Quarter 2 2023/24 of a £13.8 million overspend, before management action, and the potential impact of this overspend on the council’s reserves;
c) Note the impact of the 2023/24 forecast outturn on the 2024/25 budget requirement and the future financial sustainability of the council;
d) Request that Scrutiny Management Board reviews the budget monitoring position and that relevant Cabinet Members provide explanation for key variances and actions identified to address key pressures; and
e) Agree the continuation and strengthening of management actions to reduce the forecast overspend as identified in this report.
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Lead officer: Appy Reddy
23/11/2023 - Decision to accept fee proposal for an extension of Mace’s Project Management and Cost Management services, relating to Hereford Museum & Art Gallery redevelopment project ref: 9809 Recommendations Approved
In order to meet the required Stronger Towns
Funding deadlines and to keep the project progressing a range of
technical design is required. Further technical works are required
to finalise the design, seek planning approval, to procure
contractors and implement the project.
There has also been further work to provide Third Party Wall
notices.
Decision Maker: Corporate Director – Economy & Environment
Decision published: 23/11/2023
Effective from: 23/11/2023
Lead officer: Ross Cook
17/11/2023 - Consent to a Transfer of Positive Covenants (via a Deed of Covenant) to a successor purchaser following the sale of the property affected by the Covenants. ref: 9808 Recommendations Approved
1. The covenants imposed on the new owner are
in substitution for the covenants imposed on the original
purchasers of the affected property who are released from those
covenants by virtue of their sale of the property to the new
owners.
2. The new Deed of Covenant binds the new owners of the property to
perform the obligations contained in those covenants as far as they
remain capable of being performed.
3. Provisional agreement, subject to formal approval, has been
reached with the new owners for a new Deed of Covenant to be
entered into.
Decision Maker: Strategic Assets Delivery Director
Decision published: 23/11/2023
Effective from: 17/11/2023
Lead officer: Sarah Jowett
15/11/2023 - Grant Lease renewal to Hereford Welsh Club for Hinton Road Car Park ref: 9807 Recommendations Approved
• Hereford Welsh Club have been holding
over an expired lease so renewal was due
• Draft HoTs for the renewal were presented to the tenant and
these were accepted without amending
• Rent reviewed and aligned with market conditions
Decision Maker: Strategic Assets Delivery Director
Decision published: 23/11/2023
Effective from: 15/11/2023
Lead officer: Sarah Jowett
13/11/2023 - Grant Licence to Occupy to Hoople Limited ref: 9806 Recommendations Approved
• Homefirst (Hoople Limited) required
office space for their operations, space was establish in 10 St.
Owen Street, Hereford.
• Licence to Occupy to be back dated to date that Homefirst
first started their occupation – 27th April 2023
Decision Maker: Strategic Assets Delivery Director
Decision published: 23/11/2023
Effective from: 13/11/2023
Lead officer: Sarah Jowett
23/11/2023 - Report to seek decision on recommended route to deliver registered residential children home provision in county for children and young people 11-18 ref: 9802 Recommendations Approved
The purpose of the report is to agree the option to commission a single Supplier, through a competitive tender exercise, to deliver two, two bedded children’s residential homes within Herefordshire to increase local sufficiency in line with Herefordshire Council’s Placement Sufficiency Strategy for Children and Young people.
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Decision published: 23/11/2023
Effective from: 30/11/2023
Decision:
That Cabinet:
a) Approve the commissioning of two, two bedroomed children`s residential homes within Herefordshire, through a procurement exercise up the maximum projected value of £1.3 million annually and £6.3million over a maximum of five years (3yrs with potential extension of 1 year + 1 year) which will provide local placements to four children aged 11-18);
b) Delegate authority to the Corporate Director - Children and Young People to approve all tender documentation;
c) Delegate authority to the Corporate Director – Children and Young People, in consultation with the Cabinet Member Children and Young People, to enter into a contract with the preferred Supplier following the tender exercise;
d) Following Political Group Consultation, approve officers to undertake work to also consider the option to develop an in house provision to further increase local sufficiency for children’s placements. This will require sourcing accommodation via a capital bid, a report will come back to Cabinet at a later date.
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Lead officer: Abbey Collings
23/11/2023 - Capital Programme Review and Update ref: 9800 Recommend Forward to Council
To recommend to Council for approval the revised cabinet proposals for the proposed capital investment budget for 2023/24 onwards.
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Decision published: 23/11/2023
Effective from: 23/11/2023
Decision:
That: the following be recommended to Council
a) To approve the revised capital programme for 2023/24 attached at appendix C.
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Lead officer: Karen Morris
22/11/2023 - Best Start in Life Strategic Delivery Plan
The purpose of the paper is to provide the
Board with an update on the progress of the Health and Wellbeing
Strategy draft implementation plans for the two key priorities
‘Best Start in Life’ (BSiL) and ‘Good Mental
Health’ (GMH).
Decision Maker: Health and Wellbeing Board
Decision due date: 04/12/2023
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Lead officer: Lindsay MacHardy, Matt Pearce, Jade Richards
Notice of decision: 22/11/2023
Anticipated restriction: Open
21/11/2023 - Update on Internal Audit Recommendations
To review the progress of audit
recommendations implementation.
Decision Maker: Audit and Governance Committee
Decision due date: 12/12/2023
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Lead officer: Kevin Lloyd
Notice of decision: 21/11/2023
Anticipated restriction: Open
20/11/2023 - Better Care Fund (BCF) Quarter 2 and Quarter 3 reports 2023-2024
To review the better care fund (BCF) Quarter 2
and Quarter 3 2023-2024 report as per the requirements of the
programme.
Decision Maker: Health and Wellbeing Board
Decision due date: 11/03/2024
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Lead officer: Marie Gallagher
Notice of decision: 20/11/2023
Anticipated restriction: Open
20/11/2023 - Community paradigm update
To update on the progress being made to
develop the community paradigm approach in Herefordshire
Decision Maker: Health and Wellbeing Board
Decision due date: 04/12/2023
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Lead officer: Hilary Hall, Sarah Harris
Notice of decision: 20/11/2023
Anticipated restriction: Open
06/11/2023 - Decision to make additional payments to Homes for Ukraine Sponsors to support them with the increased costs of hosting over the winter months November 2023 to March 2024 ref: 9801 Recommendations Approved
As of the 30th September 2023, 717 Ukrainian
guests have arrived in Herefordshire. There are currently over 320
guests staying with 125 hosts.
This additional monthly payment of £200 means that each
sponsor will receive a total of £700 per month between
November 23 and March 24. Thereafter the monthly payments will be
£500. If sponsors start hosting Ukrainian guests during this
period, they will be paid the additional winter payment pro rata
for the months of the guests’ stay. Based on current figures,
the cost of this additional payment will be approximately
£125,000.
The decision being made is comparable with the Record of Officer
Decision taken on 02.12.22, which also saw sponsors receive
additional winter payments over the same five months in 2022/23 to
£700 per month.
It should be noted that Herefordshire Council has already decided
(Record of Officer Decision – 22.03.23) to top up the
Government’s £350 payment to sponsors whose guests have
been with them for up to a year, so that all sponsors receive
£500 per month. The payment to hosts for guests after a year
will be maintained at £500, as this is the amount of the
Government’s increased payment for the second year.
Payments will be made through the Homes for Ukraine operational
team. The team already manage the thank you payments to
hosts.
Decision Maker: Corporate Director - Community Wellbeing
Decision published: 17/11/2023
Effective from: 06/11/2023
Lead officer: Nina Bridges