Issue details

6-month contract for ABEN Phase 5 year 4

The renewal of the contract is necessary to:
• Ensure continuity of service provision at the premises.
• Align the underlease arrangements with the Council’s head lease, which expires on 6 April 2031.
• Enable Depaul UK to continue to claim the supported housing rent element through Housing Benefit.
• Maintain the building’s operational status as a 24-hour supported accommodation provision.

Decision type: Non-key

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Notice of proposed decision first published: 01/05/2026

Decision due: 17 Apr 2026 by Director of Communities

Lead member: Cabinet Member - Neighbourhoods and Statuory Deputy Leader

Contact: Seyi Adeyemi, Senior Housing Needs Officer Email: seyi.adeyi@oldham.gov.uk Email: seyi.adeyemi@oldham.gov.uk.

Consultation process

None

Decisions

Background papers