It was RESOLVED that:
a) UKSPF activity delivered in 2024/25 be recognised;
b) the proposals for UKSPF in 2025/26 be endorsed;
c) sign-off of refinements to proposals for 2024/25 be delegated to the Chief Executive, in consultation with the Leader and S151 Officer, with both revenue and capital implications reported in future financial reports to Cabinet and the Medium Term Financial Strategy to Full Council;
d) the proposals as outlined in the report for UKSPF grant pots be supported; and
e) sign off of grant awards and reallocation of grant funding between priorities (Business Support and Communities and Place) for UKSPF and REPF be delegated to the S151 Officer and Director – Development and Economic Growth, in consultation with the Cabinet Portfolio Holder for Business and Growth, following officer recommendations based on assessment of applications and moderation.