Local Councillor Decision – Blackburn Blind Sports
August 26, 2026 Local Councillor Decision - Preston Rural (Other) Approved View on council websiteThis summary is generated by AI from the council’s published record and supporting documents. Check the full council record and source link before relying on it.
Summary
Local Councillor Decision - Nelson East approved a Local Member Grant of £100 to Blackburn Blind Sports on 16/06/2026. The grant is for venue hire and transport costs.
Full council record
Purpose
This report presents an application from a local organisation requesting £2000 towards venue hire and transport costs from the Local Member Grants Scheme.
Decision
County Councillor Maria Jones considered and rejected a Local Member Grant to Blackburn Blind Sports towards the cost of providing blind people living across Lancashire the opportunity to participate in a variety of weekly sports sessions.
The reason for the rejection is that CC Jones is reserving funds solely within her electoral division.
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Details
| Outcome | Recommendations approved |
| Decision date | 26 Aug 2026 |