Issue details

Cost of Living Crisis Response Plan 2026/27

Summary
This report will set out a further update to the Cost of Living Crisis Response Plan, which was agreed by the Cabinet in July 2023 and has been updated annually since.

Access to Information
The report together with any other documents being considered (unless they contain exempt information) will be available for inspection 5 clear days before the decision is taken by the Cabinet. Copies are available on the Council's website or requested from Democratic Services Medway Council, Gun Wharf, Dock Road, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4TR or email democratic.services@medway.gov.uk. If you wish to submit information to the Cabinet about the item please also contact Democratic Services.

Decision type: Key

Decision status: For Determination

Notice of proposed decision first published: 02/04/2026

Decision due: 4 Aug 2026 by Cabinet

Lead member: Councillor Vince Maple, Leader of the Council vince.maple@medway.gov.uk

Lead director: Phil Watts

Contact: Gemma Gilley, Head of Benefits and Financial Welfare Email: gemma.gilley@medway.gov.uk Tel: 01634 332310.

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