Issue - meetings

To seek approval for the write off of uncollectable debt (report of the Deputy Chief Executive – Corporate Development (S151) enclosed).

Consideration was given to the report of the Deputy Chief Executive – Corporate Development (S151) which sought approval for the write off of uncollectable debt.

In the absence of the Portfolio Holder – Finance, the Leader presented the report.

Members agreed that only the principles of the report would be discussed and there was therefore no need for the meeting to go into private session.

DECISION:

That the amounts identified in the report, as detailed below, be approved for write off.

(Other options considered:

·       Do not approve the amounts for write off, however this would leave uncollectable debt showing on the Council’s records;

Reasons for decision:

·       All recovery methods have been considered and where appropriate pursued, before making the decision to write off.  Debts will be written off against provisions in the Council’s accounts.  Officer time can be maximised on greatest returns, at the same time as ensuring robust procedures for debt management are in place across the revenue streams).