Decision

The Cllr Tristan Ashby has decided to approve funding for the Mid Norfolk Stroke Group to continue providing support for stroke survivors and their families.

Analysis

outcome: Recommendations Approved

summary: Funding approval for the Mid Norfolk Stroke Group to continue running support sessions for stroke survivors and their families in the Breckland area.

topline: The Cllr Tristan Ashby has decided to approve funding for the Mid Norfolk Stroke Group to continue providing support for stroke survivors and their families.

reason_contentious: This issue is not particularly contentious as it focuses on providing support for a vulnerable group in the community.

affected_stakeholders: ["Mid Norfolk Stroke Group", "Stroke survivors", "Family members/carers", "Local community"]

contentiousness_score: 2

political_party_relevance: No mention or implication of political parties or political influence on the decision.

URL: https://democracy.breckland.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=2472

Decision Maker: Cllr Tristan Ashby, Executive Member for Health and Communities

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose: Authorisation to Release Funds from the Communities Spark Fund - May 2025

Content: Authorisation to Release Funds from the Communities Spark Fund - May 2025 That the following Spark fund grant award totalling £500 is approved:   Mid Norfolk Stroke Group £500 - To continue running the Watton Mid Norfolk Stroke Group for stroke survivors and family members/carers, there is a great need for this service in the Breckland area to allow stroke survivors to get together in a safe environment.   This will provide an opportunity for members of the group to access support, socialise, chat, and catch up with others, to develop friendships and a support network that will expand during and outside of the sessions. This organisation is proposing to enhance existing provision, which improves community health and wellbeing and aligns to the Inspiring Communities Corporate Plan priorities. These activities aren’t currently available in the local area or easily accessible in a nearby Ward. ·         To approve the grant award ·         Not to approve the grant reward

Date of Decision: June 2, 2025