Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: November 25, 2025

Purpose: To seek Cabinet approval to agree the Pride in Place Impact Fund (PiPIF) Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with UK Government; to update Cabinet on the delivery of the Pontypool Cultural Hub Levelling Up Fund (LUF) Programme; and seek approval to ringfence the full allocation of £1.5 million PiPIF grant to enhance and support the delivery of LUF projects within Pontypool.

Content: Cabinet agreed: To approve the utilisation of the £1.5 million PiPIF to enhance and drive delivery of the vision for Pontypool Town Centre. The Pride in Place Impact Fund (PiPIF) Memorandum of Understanding To note the update on the Pontypool Cultural Hub and Café Quarter.   REASON FOR DECISION: As set out in the report.   CONSULTATION: As set out in the report.   MEMBERS’ INTERESTS: None.