Issue - meetings

To receive the report of the Portfolio Holder of Finance and Administration.

Councillor Howell referred Members to his report within the agenda papers as the Portfolio Holder for Finance & Administration.  

Councillor Morris asked whether Councillor Howell was aware that that some claimants of Universal Credit had to wait eight months before receiving the benefit. 

Councillor Howell said there were no cases of such delays for any claimants of Universal Credit in Uttlesford.  Whilst there were challenges, the Council was managing those challenges by ensuring new claimants were supported by provision of appropriate advice and information.  Any concerns could be raised directly with officers.