Decision
Analysis
outcome: The funding of £270,000 per annum for the accommodation contract was approved, with the contract being awarded to the incumbent provider for up to a further 36 months.
summary: The decision involves approving continued funding for a Rough Sleeper Accommodation Programme 30-unit accommodation contract.
topline: The Executive Board has decided to approve continued funding for a Rough Sleeper Accommodation Programme 30-unit accommodation contract.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves funding allocation for homeless services, which can be a sensitive and debated topic among local stakeholders.
affected_stakeholders: ["Rough sleepers", "Local government officials", "Service providers"]
contentiousness_score: 6
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://democracy.blackburn.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1383
Decision Maker: Executive Board
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: Yes
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose:
Content: RESOLVED (1) That the continued funding of £270,000 per annum for the Rough Sleeper Accommodation Programme 30-unit accommodation contract be approved. (2) That the direct award of this light-touch services contract to the incumbent provider (Stepping Stones) for up to a further 36 months to maintain service continuity, subject to Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) and any changes arising from the creation of a new organisation, which may result in funding ending before the 36-month period, be approved.
Date of Decision: July 9, 2026