Decision details

To Authorise the commencement of consultation with options approved by the Portfolio Holder for Finance & Highways.

RESOLVED:  That

(1)            the contents of the report be noted and considered;

(2)            the Strategic Director of Finance, following consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Finance and Highways, be authorised to:

·       finalise the scheme details and consultation documentation;

·       consult with the Greater London Authority, and then publish the draft scheme and consult with other interested stakeholders on proposed changes to the existing scheme as set out in paragraph 2.12 below;

(3)            a report be submitted to Cabinet later in the year with the results of the consultation, a full equality impact assessment, and the updated proposed scheme with a recommendation to be made to full Council to agree a scheme before 11 March2025.

Reason for Decision:  With the financial pressures to close the budget gap, Harrow Council must look to all options, including reducing support for the Council Tax Support Scheme (CTS).