Local Councillor Decision – Positive Futures CIC
September 29, 2025 Local Councillor Decision - Heysham (Other) Awaiting outcome View on council websiteThis summary is generated by AI from the council’s published record and supporting documents. Check the full council record and source link before relying on it.
Summary
County Councillor Graeme Austin decided on 29/09/2025 to approve a Local Member Grant of £100 to Positive Futures CIC for 'Hope Benches'. This was a reduced amount as Councillor Austin was reserving funds for other organisations in his division.
Full council record
Purpose
This report presents an application from a local organisation requesting £2000 towards implementing ‘Hope Benches’ that are aimed at helping those who struggle with suicidal thoughts, from the Local Member Grants Scheme.
Decision
County Councillor Graeme Austin considered and approved a Local Member Grant for the reduced amount of £100 to Positive Futures CIC towards the cost of implementing ‘Hope Benches’ that are aimed at helping those who struggle with suicidal thoughts.
The reason for the reduction is Councillor Austin is reserving funding for additional organisations operating within his division.
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Details
| Outcome | For Determination |
| Decision date | 29 Sep 2025 |