Purpose

To consider the
recommendations.

Content

RESOLVED THAT:
 

1.   
the Discretionary Housing Payment Policy
in Appendix 2 is approved

 

2.   
decisions relating to the award of
Discretionary Housing Payments, in line with the policy and DWP
guidance, are delegated to the Head of Revenues and Benefits and
designated officers within the Benefits team, with the final
decision in the event of dispute being taken by the Deputy Chief Executive and
Section 151 Officer.

 

3.   
the Deputy Chief Executive and Section
151 Officer is authorised to apply to DLUHC for an accounting
direction if it appears that the annual allocation will be exceeded
in any financial year