Agenda and minutes

To receive apologies and to be notified of the attendance of substitutes.

An apology for absence was received from Councillor J W McGrath.

Members are requested to declare the existence and nature of any disclosable pecuniary interest and/or other interest in any item on the agenda.

There were no declarations of interest.

Cabinet is asked to confirm as a correct record the minutes of the meeting held on

The minutes of the meeting held on 29 July 2025 were confirmed and signed as a correct record.

The purpose of this report is to make members aware of matters proposed for and undergoing scrutiny.

Cabinet noted the matters proposed for and undergoing scrutiny.

Members noted the report on Local Government reorganisation and stated dissatisfaction at the timing and outcome of the vote on the issue that had taken place at Nottinghamshire County Council. It was requested that the relevant Members of Parliament were contacted to voice the Council’s concerns and it was stated that judicial review should remain an option for the Council if necessary.

To report progress against outcome targets linked to Corporate Plan priorities and objectives and to provide an update as to the latest financial performance as measured against the budget.

Cabinet noted the progress made in achieving the Corporate Plan priorities and financial performance for the quarter ended 30 June 2025. Discussion centred around gas and electrical safety. It was suggested that the Council writes to the relevant body to mitigate the process for injunctions to be obtained through the courts.

To seek Cabinet approval for the conversion of the existing Change Delivery Manager role, currently within the establishment as a two-year fixed term post into a full-time permanent position.

Cabinet considered a request for the  approval for the conversion of the existing Change Delivery Manager role, which was currently within the establishment as a two-year fixed term post into a full-time permanent position.

RESOLVED that the current fixed term Change Delivery Manager post, within the Asset Management and Development service, is converted into a permanent established role, at a Grade 13, plus a market supplement to be reviewed biennially in accordance with the Market Supplement Policy.

Reason

This is in accordance with the Council’s corporate priority of Housing – a good quality home for everyone.

To update Cabinet on the progress of activities aligned to the Housing and Asset Management Service Improvement Plan in accordance with the Council’s Corporate Priority of Housing – a good quality home for everyone.

Cabinet noted the update of the Housing and Asset Management Service Improvement Plan. It was requested that the ASB Action Plan be added to the Improvement Plan in addition to other plans which may have a relevant cross-over.

The Damp and Mould Policy has been amended in preparation for the introduction of Awaab's Law, which will enable the Council to improve on its service delivery in accordance with the Council’s Corporate Priority of Housing – a good quality home for everyone.

The Damp and Mould Policy had been amended in preparation for the introduction of Awaab's Law, which would come into force for the social rented sector from 27 October 2025. From this point social landlords would have to address all emergency hazards and all damp and mould hazards that presented a significant risk of harm to tenants to fixed timeframes. The revised Policy described how the Council would manage damp and mould in line with the introduction of Awaab’s Law.

RESOLVED that the revised Damp and Mould Policy be approved.

Reason

This is in accordance with the Council’s corporate priority of Housing – a good quality home for everyone.

To seek approval for an updated Alterations and Improvement Policy.

The Alterations and Improvements Policy set out the approach that the Council takes when a request is made from a tenant. Members were informed that Alterations and improvements were always made at the sole expense of the tenant and the tenant was responsible for carrying out the work themselves or appointing a suitable and competent tradesperson to undertake the work.

RESOLVED that the revised Alterations and Improvement Policy be approved.

Reason

This is in accordance with the Council’s corporate priority of Housing – a good quality home for everyone.

Cabinet is asked to approve its Work Programme, including potential key decisions that will help to achieve the Council’s key priorities and associated objectives.

Members considered the Work Programme.

RESOLVED that the Work Programme, including key decisions, be approved.

Reason

This is in accordance with all of the Council’s Corporate Priorities.

The Committee is asked to RESOLVE that, under Section 100A of the Local Government Act, 1972, the public and press be excluded from the meeting for the following item of business on the grounds that it involves the likely disclosure of exempt information as defined in paragraph 3 of Schedule 12A of the Act.

RESOLVED that, under Section 100A of the Local Government Act, 1972, the public and press be excluded from the meeting for the following items of business on the grounds that they involve the likely disclosure of exempt information as defined in paragraphs 1, 3, 5 and 7 of Schedule 12A of the Act.

RESOLVED that the arrears in excess of £7,500 on national non-domestic rates, council tax, rents, housing and council tax benefit overpayment and sundry debtors as set out in the report be written off and to note the exercise of the Deputy Chief Executive’s delegated authority under Financial Procedure Rule 5.9.

Reason

This will assist with the Council’s aim to deliver cost effectiveness.