The purpose of this report is to seek authority to consult on a proposal to introduce fair and transparent administration fees across several adult social care functions. These include Appointee, Court appointed Deputyship, Deferred Payment Agreements (DPA’s), interest on DPA’s and Deceased estates. The proposals are intended for public consultation.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Expenditure > £500,000;
Decision status: For Determination
Notice of proposed decision first published: 15/04/2026
Decision Type: Executive (Cabinet);
Decision due: 14 May 2026 by Cabinet
Lead member: Cabinet Member for Health and Social Care
Lead director: Director of Adults Health and Wellbeing
Contact: Adam Carabine, Private Sector Housing Officer Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected].
Consultation process
Letter out to inform people subject to Stockton Borough Council appointee
Survey
2 Face to Face meetings
Notice on Stockton Borough Council web site.
Consultees
Integrated Care Board
Service Users
Wider public engagement
Making Representations: Carol.Malham@stockton.gov.uk
Notes/Comments: EPIA required