Agenda item

Report of the Director of Community and Children’s Services.

Members received a report of the Director of Community and Children’s Services providing an update on the City of London Almshouses. Members were given a list of hamper ingredients from past years and discussed the best option for the future. Members noted that a significant amount of staff time was taken up when residents were given personalised hampers, and gift vouchers would need to be declared as taxable income. In response to a Member’s query, officers confirmed that separate ready-made hampers were available for vegan, gluten free or diabetic diets.

RESOLVED – That:

(a)  The report be noted; and

(b)  Option A, to continue with traditional hampers purchased via a specialist hamper supplier, be approved.