Decision details

To consider the recommendations of the Southwark Brexit Panel.

RESOLVED:

1.  That the work of the Southwark Brexit Panel (SBP) be welcomed, noting the report at Appendix 1 of the report.

2.  That the recommendations from the Southwark Brexit Panel be accepted.

3.  That in accepting the recommendations, it be noted that further work will be undertaken by officers in particular relation to:

a.  Collating information and resources being provided by other organisations about support for EU citizens, the settled status application process and other relevant information, and signpost to voluntary and community sector organisations offering support;

b.  Identifying vulnerable individuals and groups who may struggle with the settled status application process or be unaware of what they need to do, including older people (including in care homes or supported housing) and some people with disabilities, and work with voluntary and community groups to ensure those people are communicated with effectively;

c.  Use the outcomes of the work from 3(a) and (b), to help establish the process for the one-off fund that will make grants to voluntary and community groups to support vulnerable people through Brexit;

d.  Work with London First and other relevant pan-London groups to develop a plan for, protect and enhance our local tourist offer including undertaking work that seeks to promote the strong cultural offer in Southwark balanced against the potential pressures tourism can place on our residential communities.

4.  That a progress report be brought to cabinet in March 2019.

5.  That in respect of recommendation 6 of the panel, it was requested that engagement with housing stakeholders should also take place.