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11.1

The
Director of Quality, Strategy Delivery and Partnerships introduced
the report which provided the Committee with an update on the
process for proposing fee rates for Council contracted providers in
the financial year 2025-26, considering sufficiency, quality and
value for money.

11.2

RESOLVED: That the
Adult Health and Social Care Policy Committee:-

Note
the approach to market sustainability 2025-26.
Approve uplifts as set out in paragraphs 2.22, 2.24. 2.25 and
2.29 of the report.
The
Chair of the Adult Health and Social Care Policy Committee forward
a copy of the report to the chancellor.
The
Chair of the Adult Health and Social Care Policy Committee write to
the Chancellor calling for an exemption for care providers from the
increase Employer National Insurance Contributions and the
opportunity be given to all group spokespeople to co-sign the
letter.

11.3

Reasons for Decision

11.3.1

In
fulfilling our Care Act 2014 duties, local authorities must ensure
good oversight and understanding of the local care market. This
includes setting rates that we believe, based on the evidence, will
support a quality, flexible and sustainable market.

11.4

Alternatives Considered and Rejected

11.4.1

An
alternative option to not award any uplifts is not recommended.
This is considered to place too great a financial strain on the
provider market at this time.