Decision

The Executive Director of Resources has decided to approve recommendations put forward by the council.

Analysis

outcome: The recommendations were approved.

summary: The council has made a decision regarding recommendations put forward by the Executive Director of Resources.

topline: The Executive Director of Resources has decided to approve recommendations put forward by the council.

reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves resource allocation and budget decisions, which can impact various stakeholders.

affected_stakeholders: ["Executive Director of Resources", "Council members", "Local residents", "Service users"]

contentiousness_score: 6

political_party_relevance: There may be implications of political influence on the decision, as budget decisions often have political implications.

URL: https://committees.oldham.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=5679

Decision Maker: Executive Director of Resources

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose: The license for usage of the Low-Income Family Tracker (LIFT) tool, from Policy in Practice, expires on 26 June 2026. The tool has been and continues to be used to proactively identify and target residents who may be eligible for benefits such as Pension Credit, but who are not currently claiming. Oldham Council is using the tool to support a campaign to increase the uptake of a variety of benefits throughout 2026-27. The annual cost of LIFT is £39,137 per annum, excluding VAT. The cost has been budgeted within the 2026-27 Crisis and Resilience Fund scheme grant funded by the UK Government. Approval is requested to award and enter a 12-month call-off contract with Policy in Practice under the Crown Commercial Services G Cloud 14 RM.1577.14 Framework Agreement.

Content:

Date of Decision: April 28, 2026