The report of the Head of Treasury Services was submitted, seeking approval for an increase in the establishment of the Housing Benefits Team by one full time member of staff. The post was needed as a result of the significant increase in caseload resulting from the current economic downturn. The Government had allocated an additional £30 million subsidy to local authorities in addition to the previously agreed £45 million, of which Exeter would receive £50,249 in 2009/10.
Scrutiny Committee – Resources considered the report at their meeting of 25 November and their comments and support were noted.
Executive approved the creation of an additional post of Benefits Assessment Officer at Grade 5.