Ward Councillor Empowerment Fund January 2026

February 1, 2026 Executive Director - Resources (Officer) Approved View on council website
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Purpose

The current programme runs for three years (01
April 2023 - 31 March 2026)

In January 20226 ten project payments totalling £3245.08 were
approved.

From £177,000 that has been made available for the three
years of this programme. As of 1st February 2026 £66,874.85
remains available for allocation.

Decision

Ten project payments totalling £3245.08
were approved during January 2026.

All projects were submitted by B&NES Ward Councillors and
agreement to fund each project was given by David Dixon - Corporate
Engagement Manager.

Alternative options considered

Option 1 - Agree the funding applications if
the criteria is met.
Option 2 - Reject the application if it did not fit the
criteria.

Details

OutcomeApproved
Decision date1 Feb 2026