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1 Summary

1.1 It is proposed to assist the Hampshire Primary Care Trust (PCT), which has greater capital than revenue flexibility, to deliver services in partnership with Hampshire County Council.

1.2 The following decision is sought:

· That the Cabinet approve financial transactions which will assist the Hampshire PCT to the overall benefit of public services within Hampshire

2 Reasons

2.1 The PCT has the power to make capital grants to the County Council for purposes that fulfil the objectives of the local health improvement plan and planned capital investment in 2006/07 on adult social care would meet those objectives. The use of this power would assist in maximizing the resources available for the provision of public services within Hampshire. The decision supports the corporate strategy by assisting in maximising wellbeing.

3 Other options considered and rejected

3.1 Not to support the PCT in the way proposed, which will put greater pressure on the PCT's budget, and reduces the scope for effective partnership working between the County council and the PCT.

4 Conflicts of interest declared by the decision maker or a member or officer consulted

4.1 Not applicable.

5 Dispensation granted by the Standards Committee

5.1 Not applicable.

6 Reason for the matter being dealt with if urgent

6.1 An agreement needs to be entered into with the Hampshire PCT prior to 31 March 2007 to utilize 2006/07 capital funding.

Approved by: Date:
Councillor T K Thornber CBE, Chairman