Issue - meetings

To advise members on the impact of the cost of living crisis and introduce an action plan.

Consideration was given to a report which introduced the cost of living action plan to help address the impact of the cost of living crisis. Members highlighted the importance of the council’s work on this issue and the need for it to continue despite it not being a statutory service. During discussion, the following points were raised:

·         The need to hold advice events in the rural areas and the wider urban area

·         The importance of monetary donations to food banks

·         The young people’s Voice forum was undertaking a project in relation to foodbanks and would be making a video to raise awareness

·         The services available to rural areas including Earl Shilton and Barwell.

Members were reminded of previous reviews into poverty in the borough including fuel poverty and it was agreed that the reports would be revisited.

Councillor Webber-Jones left the meeting at 7.55pm.

To advise members on the impact of the cost of living crisis and introduce an action plan.