URL: https://council.lancashire.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=29170

Decision Maker: Local Councillor Decision - Morecambe Central

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose: This report presents an application from a local organisation requesting £2000 towards implementing ‘Hope Benches’ that are aimed at helping those who struggle with suicidal thoughts, from the Local Member Grants Scheme.

Content: County Councillor Gary Kniveton considered and rejected a Local Member Grant to Positive Futures CIC towards the cost of implementing ‘Hope Benches’ that are aimed at helping those who struggle with suicidal thoughts.   The reason for the rejection is Councillor Kniveton is reserving funding to support other organisations operating within his division.

Date of Decision: December 18, 2025