Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: April 15, 2025

Purpose: The Cabinet will be asked to approve the allocation of Strategic Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) funding to the LifeLine Church to support the development of a new, vibrant community space in the Andrews Corner area of Dagenham.

Content: Cabinet resolved to:   (i)  Approve the allocation of £535,000 of Strategic CIL funding to LifeLine Church for the development of a new community centre in the Andrews Corner neighbourhood; and   (ii)  Delegate authority to the Strategic Director, Inclusive Growth and Place, in consultation with the Head of Legal, to take any steps necessary to ensure compliance with the Subsidy Control Act 2022 and to execute all the agreements, contracts, and other documents on behalf of the Council in order to implement the allocation of SCIL funding.