REPORT OF THE SERVICE DIRECTOR – CUSTOMERS
To seek Cabinet approval to extend the partnership agreement between Herts Careline and Hertfordshire County Council for a period of five years from 01 April 2026 to 31 March 2031.
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Decision:
RESOLVED: That Cabinet:
(1) Approved the extension of the agreement between Herts Careline and HCC for a period of five years to run from 01 April 2026 to 31 March 2031. This contract will be delivered by way of delegation from HCC to NHC.
(2) Delegated the operational contractual arrangements and final sign off of the agreement to the Service Director Customers, in consultation with the Executive Member for Community and Partnerships.
REASON FOR DECISIONS: The existing partnership between Careline and HCC works very well. An extension of the contract will enable us to continue to build on the positive relationship to the benefit of service users across Hertfordshire.