Emma Connolly, Assistant Marketing Officer, 01962 846243, [email protected].

1 Summary

1.1 The following decision is sought:

1.2 That approval is given for an additional £1,000 to be made available at The Leader's request to fund a prize in addition to the £2,000 already allocated.

2 Reason

This supports aims 1, 4 & 5 of Corporate Strategy - Maximising life opportunities, Building strong and safe communities and Improving services by raising awareness of the democratic process associated with local government and Hampshire County Council.

3 Other Options considered and rejected:

None.

4 Conflicts of Interest declared by the decision maker or other Executive Member consulted

None.

5 Dispensation granted by the Standards Committee -

N/A

6 Reason(s) for the matter being dealt with if urgent -

N/A

Approved by: Date: 14 April, 2005

Councillor T.K. Thornber