The Country is heading into a cost-of-living crisis and the Council is drafting a response to this crisis in the development of an action plan across both  Brentwood and Rochford to support our residents, businesses, and staff. This will involve a mixture of signposting, guidance, and support to the most vulnerable, working in partnership with Essex County Council, health partners and Voluntary and Community organisations.

After a full discussion, Cllr Hossack MOVED an amendment to the recommendation and Cllr Poppy SECONDED the amended recommendation. A vote was taken and it was RESOLVED UNANIMOUSLY:

R1. That Members note the action plan will be produced by officers and will be presented to a future committee.

R2. That the action plan is regularly reviewed and updated and reported back to Community, Environment & Enforcement Committee.

Reasons for Recommendation

To support our residents, businesses, and staff through this crisis to provide guidance, signposting to support services and assistance. The action plan will provide a clear report to Members on the actions and expected outcomes from each of the thematic workstreams with short, medium, and long-term objectives.