51.1 The Lead Member considered a report by the Director of Adult Social Care and Health regarding the proposed use of the Household Support Fund.
DECISIONS
51.2 The Lead Member RESOLVED to:
1) Approve the proposed plan for the use of the Fund in East Sussex in 2024 as set out in the report; and
2) Delegate to the Director of Adult Social Care and Health authority to implement the scheme including detailed allocation decisions of the final allocation of the delivery partner element (£1,544,284).
REASONS
51.3 The announcement of an extension to the Fund provides an opportunity to support households with children, households with pensioners, households with a disabled person and other vulnerable households within East Sussex who are experiencing financial challenges and will be welcomed by partners.