Archived decisions

Decision Maker:

Executive Member for Policy and Resources

Date of Decision:

9 April 2009

Decision Title:

Response to the recession - use of LABGI funds

Decision Reference:

660

Report From:

Chief Executive

Contact name:

John Rees-Evans, Head of Economic Development

Tel:

01962 846381

Email:

[email protected]

1) The Decision:

1.1. That the Executive Member for Policy and Resources approves the allocation of LABGI funding as set out in the supporting report, and that the proposals being put forward are reviewed in one year's time to assess what, if any, further action should be taken and whether any further provision from the new economic prosperity reserve should be made at that time.

1.2. That the following specific proposals be supported:

a.) Support package for the independent retail sector at £80,000

b.) Smarter working centres at £100,000

c.) Promoting volunteering and work experience at £50,000

d.) Grant aiding the provision of apprenticeships by businesses at £195,000

2) Reasons for the decision

2.1. Supporting businesses and individuals in facing the impacts of the recession

2.2. Promoting skills and training in Hampshire

2.3. Promoting sustainable business practices (smarter working)

2.4. Maximising well-being

3) Other options considered and rejected:

3.1. Option 1:

Do nothing - would leave the residents and businesses of Hampshire without targeted support in the face of the recession

3.2. Option 2:

a) Do something different - the proposals put forward address the strategic objectives of the Council in supporting threatened business sectors of the economy (the retail sector is particularly hit), in promoting homeworking and sustainable business practices, and in developing skills through effective support for work opportunities and training

4) Conflicts of Interest:

4.1. Conflicts of interest declared by the decision-maker:

None

4.2. Conflicts of interest declared by other Executive Members consulted:

None

5) Dispensation granted by the Standards Committee:

None

6) Any reasons for the matter being dealt with if urgent :

None

7) Statement from the Decision Maker:

Approved by:

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Date:

9 April 2009

Executive Member for Policy and Resources

Councillor T.K. Thornber, CBE