Decision
Analysis
outcome: The Chief Executive approved the recommendations to accept the funding.
summary: The decision involves the acceptance of £285,908 in Active Travel Capability Funding from Active Travel England for walking and cycling projects.
topline: The Chief Executive has decided to accept £285,908 in funding for walking and cycling projects, bypassing the usual Cabinet approval due to an urgent deadline.
reason_contentious: The issue may be contentious due to the urgency of the decision, bypassing the usual Cabinet approval process, which could raise concerns about transparency and proper governance among local stakeholders.
affected_stakeholders: Local government, residents who use walking and cycling infrastructure, local businesses, and environmental groups.
contentiousness_score: 5
political_party_relevance: There is no direct mention of political parties or political influence on the decision, but the decision-making process may have political implications.
URL: https://democracy.bcpcouncil.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=741
Decision Maker: Chief Executive
Outcome: Recommendations Approved
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: No
Purpose:
Content: To accept £285,908 2024 Active Travel Capability Funding revenue (Tranche 4) from Active Travel England for walking and cycling projects. The Council’s Financial Regulations state that the acceptance of external funding of between £100,000 and £1.0M requires Cabinet / cabinet member approval in consultation with the Chief Financial Officer. ATE contacted the Council on 14 March 2024 advising that it required local authorities to complete acceptance of the Active Travel Capability Funding grant by 26 March 2024. It is not possible to obtain Cabinet approval by the 26 March 2024 deadline, hence, Chief Executive delegated powers to accept the funding on the grounds of urgency are being utilised.
Date of Decision: March 21, 2024