URL: https://democracy.blackpool.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=2956

Decision Maker: Director of Children's Services

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose: To outline Blackpool Council’s plans for distribution of the Early Years budget grant 2024. This report details the Council’s response and response.  

Content: To outline Blackpool Council’s plans for distribution of the Early Years budget grant 2024. This report details the Council’s response and response.   To distribute the Council’s full allocation of £65,119 on a pro rata basis to all Early Years grant registered settings. It is recommended that the grant is distributed using a similar formula as DFE has used to distribute to council’s. The council proposes to make an additional payment to Early Years settings based on their universal and extended total hours for the period 31/11/2023 – 1/10/2024 at an approximate rate of 7p per hour.  

Date of Decision: December 20, 2024