Purpose

This report seeks Cabinet
Member consideration to approve an award of discretionary rate
relief to a non-profit making organisation under the provisions of
section 47 of the Local Government Finance Act 1988 (as amended by
section 69 of the Localism Act 2011).
 

Decision

Decision(s):

 
(1)  
That the approved application from
Aintree Initiatives for Performing Arts CIC, which was awarded
£2,395.84 discretionary rate relief for the financial year
2025-2026 (equivalent to 35% of the gross annual liability), be
noted.
(2)  
That the discretionary top-up rate relief applied for in respect of
the premises known as The Old Presbytery, Aintree Lane, Aintree,
Liverpool, L10 2JJ, be noted.

 

Reason(s) for the Decision(s):

 
This new
non-for-profit organisation aims to play a key role in the local
community by offering inclusive arts and social programmes
to advance education and wellbeing, reduce social isolation,
promote equality of opportunity, support personal development and
strengthen community cohesion. A discretionary relief award for the
period 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026 will allow Aintree Initiatives
for Performing Arts CIC to strengthen its infrastructure, enhance
programme delivery and build sustainable partnerships, ensuring
long-term viability.

 
Alternative Options
Considered and Rejected:
 
None. However,
Cabinet Member may also refuse the application or choose to award a
lower level of relief than the level recommended.