Issue - meetings

Cabinet approved

(a)          Discontinuation of the Elite Athlete Award Scheme;

(b)          The addition of signposting information to the website; and

(c)           use of the funding for 2019-20 onwards to increase other existing grant funds, in line with the new Business Plan priorities, to be advised by Grants Advisory Committee.

Cabinet considered a report detailing the findings of the Grants Advisory Committee’s review of the Elite Athlete Award Scheme.

Councillor Nick Wright said there were few ways of helping individuals. He emphasised the scheme’s value inexpanding young people’s experience and increasing their opportunities. The Leader said that the aim was to secure the maximum benefit from limited funds.

Councillor Dr. Douglas de Lacey welcomed the opportunity to inspire groups rather than individuals.

Cabinet approved

(a)          Discontinuation of the Elite Athlete Award Scheme;

(b)          The addition of signposting information to the website; and

(c)           use of the funding for 2019-20 onwards to increase other existing grant funds, in line with the new Business Plan priorities, to be advised by Grants Advisory Committee.