Decision
(a) That
the initial impact of the ‘lockdown’ phase of COVID-19 on vulnerable groups in Dorset
(attached at appendix 1) be noted;
(b) That
the findings of a series of round-table discussions with Councillors as summarised at appendix 2, be noted;
(c) That
the an ongoing assessment of the impact on vulnerable groups through subsequent phases of the
pandemic be agreed;
(d) That
the action plan outlined at section 5 of appendix 1 be agreed; and
(e) That
the initial assessment undertaken largely by staff ‘released’ from core roles
to assist with the covid-19 response be noted and the actions set out in
section 5 require appropriate resourcing and oversight.
(f) That
the report be referred to People Scrutiny Committee for consideration.
Reason for Recommendation: To ensure that Cabinet is aware of the impact of COVID-19 on Dorset’s vulnerable communities and responds accordingly.