Issue - meetings

Report of the Corporate Director, Resources.

RESOLVED:  That

(1)            the Director of Strategy and Partnerships, in consultation with the Portfolio Holder of Communities & Culture, be authorised to spend the grant received from the Government to support the Homes for Ukraine scheme, which was expected to be in the region of £2.1m in 2022/23;

(2)            the outcomes and principles for the programme, which would guide the expenditure decisions, be approved; and

(3)            the contracts with The Romanian and Eastern European Hub, Two Generations, Voluntary Action Harrow, Citizens Advice and Harrow Law Centre to deliver certain aspects of the programme, be noted.

Reason for Decision:  To ensure that the Council was able to carry out its role in running checks and assessments on hosts and guests as part of the Homes for Ukraine Scheme.

Alternative Options Considered and Rejected:  As set out in the report.

Conflict of Interest relating to the matter declared by Cabinet Member/Dispensation Granted:  None.