Decision details

In March 2021 a report relating to support to the provider market was presented and approved by Cabinet, which resulted in a package of financial support and a commitment to return to Cabinet with the viable options for the commissioning of services making note of the key commercial considerations.

The confidential report provided an update on the current position and outlined the options for next steps.  The approaches proposed aim was to provide the best foundation for managing the current care market whilst preparing for the future delivery of care and support for older people.  Core to the proposals were ensuring the delivery of good quality care, value for money and ensuring market stability in line with our obligations under the Care Act 2014.

RESOLVED –

(1)               That the update on the provider market be noted, as detailed in the confidential report.

(2)               That the Corporate Director for Adults and Health be authorised to continue to negotiate with a provider on appropriate contract variations.

(3)               That the funding request for 2021/22, as detailed in the confidential report and appendix, be approved for immediate project resource, to be met from the General Contingency budget – Economic Uncertainty.

(4)               To note that a request for additional Adults and Social Care contingency, as detailed in the confidential report and appendix, will be considered as part of the overall MTFP process, to mitigate the potential wider financial impacts in 2022/23 to 2025/26.