URL: https://democracy.lichfielddc.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=788

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member Decision

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose: Lichfield District Council received £120,261 UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) capital funding for 2025/26.  It funds capital projects for small businesses and community infrastructure that will support new and existing rural businesses to develop new products and facilities that will be of wider benefit to the local economy. This includes farm businesses looking to diversify income streams.   Following an expression of interest (EOI) and application process, it is proposed to award funding to 7 businesses.

Content: Lichfield District Council received £120,261 UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) capital funding for 2025/26.  It funds capital projects for small businesses and community infrastructure that will support new and existing rural businesses to develop new products and facilities that will be of wider benefit to the local economy. This includes farm businesses looking to diversify income streams.   Following an expression of interest (EOI) and application process, it is proposed to award funding to 7 businesses. The Cabinet Member for Visitor Economy, Ecology & Climate Change approved the allocation of the £120,261 Rural England Prosperity Business Grant fund.

Date of Decision: October 6, 2025