This report presents the recommendations of the Making a Difference Grants Panels for consideration.

In accepting the recommendation, Cabinet will approve the grants proposed in Annex A of the report.

The subject of the decision:

In February 2020, the Financial Strategy 2021/22 to 2029/30 report was approved by Cabinet where £125,000 was allocated from the one-off fund to support the Council’s 2020/21 ‘Making a Difference’ grants scheme.  This report sought consideration of the recommendations from each of the five decision making panels made up of Elected Members from each of the sub-areas.

Alternative options considered:

None.

The reason for the decision:

Cabinet was satisfied that the recommendations from the panels supported the Council’s priorities and adhered to the principles of the grants programme which would make a difference to the quality of life for the residents of Hambleton.

The Decision:

That the grants proposed in Annex A of the report be approved.