9.1 The Lead Member considered a report seeking agreement to commence a consultation on the way care and support is delivered at Newington Court Extra Care scheme in Ticehurst.
9.2 The Lead Member RESOLVED to agree that East Sussex County Council undertakes a six week consultation on how care and support is delivered at Newington Court in Ticehurst.
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9.3 It is the intention to consult with residents, staff and key stakeholders on the potential to develop Newington Court into a sheltered scheme or housing with care scheme. If this approach was to be agreed, work would be undertaken with Rother District Council, CAHS and Optivo to increase referrals to Newington Court as retirement accommodation.