Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: June 17, 2025

Purpose: The Cabinet will be asked to approve the continued use of temporary accommodation from Housing Britain, who did not tender for the last temporary accommodation contract, to enable the Council to cease using these properties in a planned way up to March 2027, mitigating financial and customer impacts. 

Content: Cabinet resolved to:   (i)  Approve the waiver of tendering requirements under the provisions of Contract Rules 35.5(c) and 35.8 and agree that the Council continues with the previously agreed contractual arrangements with Housing Britain for the use of existing temporary housing stock until March 2027; and   (ii)  Authorise the Strategic Director, Housing, Environment and Communities, in consultation with the Head of Legal, to enter into the contract and all other necessary or ancillary agreements on behalf of the Council.