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Decision Maker: Council
Made at meeting: 07/04/2020 - Council
Decision published: 15/04/2020
Effective from: 07/04/2020
Wards affected: Clayton-le-Woods and Whittle-le-Woods;
Lead officer: Rachel Salter
Decision Maker: Council
Made at meeting: 07/04/2020 - Council
Decision published: 15/04/2020
Effective from: 07/04/2020
Decision:
That the press and public be excluded from the meeting for the following item of business on the grounds that it involves the disclosure of exempt information as defined by paragraph 3 of Part 1 of schedule 12A to the Local Government Act.
Decision Maker: Council
Made at meeting: 07/04/2020 - Council
Decision published: 15/04/2020
Effective from: 07/04/2020
Wards affected: Chorley East;
Lead officer: Rachel Salter
PURPOSE OF REPORT
To seek approval of the establishment of a budget to support the
Council’s response to the Covid-19 pandemic.
BACKGROUND
Covid-19 and the subsequent move to Delay has had significant
impacts for residents and businesses in the borough. The direction
to stay at home and socially distance, the closure of shops and
businesses which is a consequence of this directly effects the
social, health and economic well-being all of society.
Given the scale of the pandemic it is understandable the Government
is giving a measured response, however, it has to be recognised
that there is an urgent need at local level which is not being met.
Chorley Council recognise that whilst these responses are
comprehensive there are gaps and we are best placed to identify
appropriate local levels of support.
The council obligations to quickly support its community and
businesses are apparent and in order to do this it is proposed to
create a £1m Covid-19 Response Budget. This will be used to
establish schemes and initiatives that support those in need where
other forms of support are inadequate or do not exist.
REASONS FOR THE DECISION
The Covid-19 Pandemic has had an unprecedented impact on the United
Kingdom, affecting businesses, individuals and in particular the
most vulnerable in society.
This Government have set out a suite of support measures including
financial support. However, this Council recognises the importance
of a speedy response to issues that arise particularly for those
with health issues or on low incomes. While the national schemes
are welcomed, local support will also be required. The proposed
budget will enable the Council to set up local support schemes
quickly to ensure help is given to those who need it quickly.
Decision Maker: Chief Executive
Decision published: 09/04/2020
Effective from: 08/04/2020
Decision:
That Council approve the creation of the
Covid-19 Response budget in the sum of £1m to enable the
support of businesses and residents in the borough.
Lead officer: Gary Hall
Decision Maker: Executive Member (Resources)
Decision published: 08/04/2020
Effective from: 08/04/2020
Decision:
1. To approve the suspension of all car park charges made on council operated sites until such time as Government restrictions on retail & leisure businesses are lifted.
2. To approve the suspension of parking enforcement on all council operated sites until such time as Government restrictions on retail & leisure businesses are lifted.
3. To note that people with active parking permits may request refunds for any full outstanding months left unused in their term and permits are unlikely to be renewed.
Lead officer: Conrad Heald
Decision Maker: Executive Member (Resources)
Decision published: 02/04/2020
Effective from: 10/04/2020
Decision:
To approve discretionary relief for council commercial tenants and licensees.
Lead officer: Conrad Heald