Decision

The Director of Children's Services has decided to increase direct payment rates for care workers to £14.68 per hour

Analysis

outcome: Recommendations approved

summary: Increasing direct payment rates for care workers to £14.68 per hour

topline: The Director of Children's Services has decided to increase direct payment rates for care workers to £14.68 per hour

reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves financial implications and potential budget concerns for the council

affected_stakeholders: ["Care workers", "Council", "Taxpayers"]

contentiousness_score: 6

political_party_relevance: No mention of political parties or political influence on the decision

URL: http://democracy.bexley.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=3277

Decision Maker: Director of Children's Services

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose:

Content: Direct payment rates will be further increased with effect from 1st June 2025 to £14.68 per hour.  

Date of Decision: May 30, 2025