Members highlighted that there is only one taxi available for disabled persons within the Borough and the taxi is coming to the end of its life. Members enquired as to whether the DCLG grant could be utilised to help the taxi service for disabled people within the town. The Chief Executive explained that the grant funding is very specific, however Officers will explore options regarding the service.
RESOLVED that:
1) the virements approved under delegated powers (para. 3.1.1 refers) be noted.
2) the budget reductions approved under delegated powers (para. 4.1 refers) be noted.
3) the business case for the additional £29k offered to Melton Borough Council by DCLG for wider social care capital projects be approved.