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To approve the reviewed rent of the above
property leased to the Commonwealth War Graves Commission
(CWGC).
In accordance with clause 7 of the lease, the annual passing rent
of £50 has been reviewed as at the
6 October 2025 and it is proposed to increase it to £59.05
per annum.
The revised rent is calculated with reference to the increase in
the Retail Price Index over the period from the start date of the
lease to the rent review date.
A memorandum will be endorsed on the lease recording this
review.
If you have any queries, then please contact Fiona Williams who
will be happy to provide further information.

Reasons for the decision

To implement the terms of the lease in
reviewing the rent to ensure that the Council receives the best
consideration reasonably obtainable.

Alternative options considered

The decision meets the statutory requirements
for the Council and there were no alternative options
available.