Decision details
Covid19-Related Support To Independent Sector Care Providers From August
Decision Maker: Coronavirus (COVID-19) Decisions
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Decision:
To continue to provide targeted financial support to the adult social care independent sector from August in recognition of the financial challenges it still faces following the Covid-19 pandemic outbreak.
Reasons for the decision:
Although the impacts of Covid-19 on the independent care sector are lessening there remain certain parts of the sector, particularly care homes, which remain critically impacted by the pandemic.
The Council has a responsibility to support the viability of the care sector in order to safeguard the welfare of the people it supports. Continuing to provide targeted support will promote market stability and a planned transition to a longer term position.
Urgent item?: Yes
Publication date: 03/08/2020
Date of decision: 28/07/2020