1. That the outcome of the consultation be noted.

2. That the response to the consultation be noted.

3. That the content of the EIA be noted.

4. That the following bed rates be approved for 2020/21:

1      An inflationary uplift of 3.83% for existing beds.

2      New bed rates for new spot placements from 1^st April 2020.

·         £560 for a post purchased residential bed

·         £626 for a spot purchased nursing bed