Decision
Analysis
outcome: The Community Awards Scheme for Tonbridge and Malling was approved, with categories of awards and nomination process agreed upon.
summary: The decision is about approving a Community Awards Scheme to recognize individuals, groups, and organizations for their contributions through volunteering or initiatives.
topline: The Cabinet Member for Community Services has decided to approve a Community Awards Scheme to recognize outstanding contributions in Tonbridge and Malling.
reason_contentious: This issue is not particularly contentious as it focuses on celebrating community contributions.
affected_stakeholders: ["Individuals", "Groups", "Organizations", "Community members"]
contentiousness_score: 2
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://democracy.tmbc.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1860
Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Community Services
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose:
Content: (Report of Chief Executive) Member approval was sought on a Community Awards Scheme which would recognise and celebrate individuals, groups and organisations who had made outstanding contributions through volunteering or initiatives that improved the lives of others. In terms of the categories of award, it was suggested that the ‘Individual volunteer of the year’ and ‘Young community champion’ categories be broken down further into age groups. Following consideration by the Communities and Environment Scrutiny Select Committee, the Cabinet Member for Community Services RESOLVED: That: (1) the Community Awards Scheme for Tonbridge and Malling, be approved; and (2) the categories of awards and the nomination process, as set out in the report, be agreed.
Date of Decision: July 16, 2025