Cabinet:
(1) APPROVED the continuation of work to develop an evidence-based submission including a Rural Capital Grants Scheme to draw down £400k funding allocated to Melton Borough Council via the Rural England Prosperity Fund (REPF).
(2) DELEGATED authority be given to the Director for Growth and Regeneration in consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Growth and Prosperity, to finalise and submit the final REPF submission as an addendum to the Council’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund and application, and arrange appropriate administrative arrangements for delivery of the fund.