The Cabinet:
(1) noted the extensive consultation undertaken with key partners and the wider public; and that the response of the consultation was overwhelmingly positive and in agreement with the objectives laid out in the draft strategy.
(2) approved the final strategy for publication.
(3) noted the development of a detailed action plan which will help to expand the scope and scale of the help currently offered by the authority; whilst acknowledging that this is a live document which will be subject to further development.
(4) noted the development of a marketing and communication strategy which will reach and engage every household in Portsmouth; whilst acknowledging that this is a live document which will be subject to further development.