Decision Maker: Chief Executive
Decision published: 18/05/2020
Effective from: 18/05/2020
Decision:
In response to the COVID19 the Government
introduced grant schemes to assist businesses to mitigate the loss
of income during the pandemic.
The decision to implement a Discretionary Grant Scheme in line with
the guidance issued by the Department for Business, Energy and
Industrial Strategy is aimed at providing financial support to
small businesses and Charities that were not eligible for the Small
Business Grant Fund or Retail, Leisure and Hospitality Grant
Fund.
The attached document sets out the Councils policy for the delivery
of the Discretionary Grant Scheme, including:
Factors that should be considered when making a decision to award
or refuse relief; and
Appeals procedure for businesses dissatisfied with the
Council’s decision.
The Powers to implement such a scheme are contained in Section 1 of
the Localism Act 2011.
Lead officer: Alison Broom