IMPACT ASSESSMENT (IA) An equality impact assessment for the health and hub was carried out and no significant issues were identified. . OPTION APPRAISAL/RISK ASSESSMENT In order to identify suitable accommodation (size, location and rent) for the Health and Wellbeing Hub a number of options have been considered. Following review by the Council’s Valuation and Estates team, and having assessed the existing council portfolio along with the external market, an appraisal of Alternative’ ‘Reasonable options has been explored and thoroughly considered and recommended Dundas House for the location of the hub. FINANCIAL, LEGAL AND WARD IMPLICATIONS Financial the health and well-being hub will be funded from the PHE and Big – Lottery capital grants. Both grants have a requirement for the funding to be spent in the 2015/16 financial year. The running costs for the hub will be funded from the Council’s public health ring fenced grant. The hub will enable savings to be realised due to the reduction in accommodation costs. Ward Implications None as the hub will be for the whole population of – Middlesbrough. No Member consultation has been undertaken. Legal Implications there are no known legal implications at this stage. The public – health team will work very closely with the Council’s valuation and Estates, Legal and finance teams in finalising the agreement for Dundas House and ensure robust lease agreements are in place. RECOMMENDATIONS It is recommended for the Executive to approve the option of developing the Health and Wellbeing Hub at Dundas utilising the PHE capital fund, plus the Lifeline Big Lottery Funding for a community gym. REASONS The location of the hub in Dundas House has been recommended for the following reasons: High profile and high footfall area provides an opportunity to market the service and engage with the broader public on public health issues; Provides appropriate accommodation and demonstrated value for money compared to the other options considered. The other buildings that were considered had neither the space nor the facilities appropriate for the HW Hub and, especially, suitability for the community gym provision; The property is immediately available and allows the Council to progress with development of the hub in line with the timescales for the Public Health England and Big Lottery Funding; The hub brings into activity one of the town’s long-term vacant properties.
IMPACT ASSESSMENT (IA) An equality impact assessment for the health and hub was carried out and no significant issues were identified. . OPTION APPRAISAL/RISK ASSESSMENT In order to identify suitable accommodation (size, location and rent) for the Health and Wellbeing Hub a number of options have been considered. Following review by the Council’s Valuation and Estates team, and having assessed the existing council portfolio along with the external market, an appraisal of ‘Reasonable Alternative’ options has been explored and thoroughly considered and recommended Dundas House for the location of the hub. FINANCIAL, LEGAL AND WARD IMPLICATIONS Financial – the health and well-being hub will be funded from the PHE and Big Lottery capital grants. Both grants have a requirement for the funding to be spent in the 2015/16 financial year. The running costs for the hub will be funded from the Council’s public health ring fenced grant. The hub will enable savings to be realised due to the reduction in accommodation costs. Ward Implications – None as the hub will be for the whole population of Middlesbrough. No Member consultation has been undertaken. Legal Implications – there are no known legal implications at this stage. The public health team will work very closely with the Council’s valuation and Estates, Legal and finance teams in finalising the agreement for Dundas House and ensure robust lease agreements are in place. RECOMMENDATIONS It is recommended for the Executive to approve the option of developing the Health and Wellbeing Hub at Dundas utilising the PHE capital fund, plus the Lifeline Big Lottery Funding for a community gym. REASONS The location of the hub in Dundas House has been recommended for the following reasons: High profile and high footfall area provides an opportunity to market the service and engage with the broader public on public health issues; Provides appropriate accommodation and demonstrated value for money compared to the other options considered. The other buildings that were considered had neither the space nor the facilities appropriate for the HW Hub and, especially, suitability for the community gym provision; The property is immediately available and allows the Council to progress with development of the hub in line with the timescales for the Public Health England and Big Lottery Funding; The hub brings into activity one of the town’s long-term vacant properties.