URL: https://democracy.canterbury.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1693

Decision Maker: Decision Notices

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose:

Content: 1)  To appoint the following representatives to act on behalf of the council as sole Trustee using delegation A22a having consulted with the Leader: a.   Michelle Moubarak, Head of Culture, Leisure and External Development, and b.   Marie Royle, Director of People Services 2)  To Register a formal scheme for the charity with the Charity Commission in accordance with the original indenture using delegation A2   3)  In relation to 1) above the power of the representatives includes but is not limited to: a.   Engaging a suitable Charity Commission approved surveyor to act on behalf of the charity to value the property to ensure best consideration is achieved for the property b.   To undertake a marketing exercise to deliver the charitable objectives and achieve best terms for the property, including the disposal of the charitable land to third parties if considered to be in the interests of the Trust. c.   To incur the estimated costs of formalising the charity via the Charity Commission, specialised legal advice and support and engaging a surveyor within a restricted budget of £20,000 plus VAT.   To consult with Management Team on any other proposed decisions pending the proposed creation of a Charitable Trust Advisory Board, or similar, to be considered by the Governance Committee and Cabinet in March and April 2026.

Date of Decision: February 26, 2026