Purpose

Review the update provided in relation to social housing reform and the implications that these proposed changes have for the Council and the assurance that it needs from the ALMO in terms of its management and maintenance of the Council’s Housing Stock under the Services Agreement 2021-2031.

Endorse the proposed Governance Structure to comply with duties under the Fire Safety and Building Safety Bills, and the appointment of the Accountable Person within the Council.

Acknowledges the gaps identified in the current Assurance Framework and the draft Action Plan which includes an independent review of current governance arrangements.

Full Council – 27 July 2023