Decision
Analysis
outcome: The Cabinet approved the proposals submitted to GMCA for Economic Development & Regeneration Grant Funding 2026/27 and delegated powers to make changes to the programme as needed.
summary: The decision involves the extension of the Local Growth and Place Flexible Grant programme and the new year of funding, now called Economic Development & Regeneration Grant Funding.
topline: The Cabinet has decided to approve proposals for Economic Development & Regeneration Grant Funding 2026/27.
reason_contentious: This issue is not particularly contentious as it mainly involves funding for economic development and regeneration.
affected_stakeholders: ["Cabinet Member for Culture, Economy and Skills", "Executive Director of Place", "Portfolio holders", "Director of Finance", "Casewell’s and Midlands Events LTD"]
contentiousness_score: 2
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://councildecisions.bury.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=4337
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: Yes
Is Callable In?: No
Purpose:
Content: The Cabinet Member for Culture, Economy and Skills presented a report regarding the extension of the Local Growth and Place Flexible Grant (LGPFG) programme 2025/26 and the new year of funding, now called Economic Development & Regeneration Grant Funding 2026/27. Members welcomed the paper and the contributions to cultural projects. Decision: Cabinet: 1. Noted the update and the allocations for the Economic Development & Regeneration Grant Funding for 2025/26; 2. Approved the proposals submitted to GMCA as listed below for Economic Development & Regeneration Grant Funding 2026/27; 3. Delegated powers to Executive Director of Place in conjunction with Portfolio holders and the Director of Finance to make changes to the programme as issues arise through the year; and 4. Noted the special requirements of the grant and vesting arrangements for EDRGF funding pertaining to the Casewell’s and Midlands Events LTD. Reasons for the decision: N/A Alternative options considered and rejected: N/A
Date of Decision: July 8, 2026