I would like to know the following please:
1. The lowest and highest DCC spot commissioning rate for domiciliary care in Seaton, Devon
2. The lowest and highest DCC spot commissioning rate for domiciliary care in Axminster, Devon.
3. The lowest and highest DCC spot commissioning rate for domiciliary care in Ottery St Mary, Devon
4. The lowest and highest DCC spot commissioning rate for domiciliary care in Honiton, Devon.
5. The lowest and highest DCC spot commissioning rate for domiciliary care in Exmouth, Devon
6. The lowest and highest DCC spot commissioning rate for domiciliary care in Sidmouth, Devon
We do hold the information requested. However, disclosure of the specific rates requested would prejudice negotiation of future rates and would therefore prejudice the commercial position of Devon County Council and the third party businesses involved. Whilst we acknowledge the need for transparency, the public interest is not served by compromising the commercial interest of Devon County Council. This information is therefore exempt from disclosure pursuant to section 43 of the Freedom of Information Act 2000.
By way of assistance, we can confirm that the latest data dated 1st October 2022, shows average hourly rates of :
| Seaton Axmin Sidmouth | £26.79 |
| Exmouth | £24.48 |
| Honiton & Ottery | £25.83 |
| All Eastern average | £24.95 |