Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: January 6, 2026

Purpose: Recommendation to extend funding contribution to Stonepillow towards the delivery of The Day Hub (drop in service for rough sleepers and vulnerably housed), from 1st April 2026, for up to four years.

Content: RESOLVED   That Cabinet approve:   1.2 A grant of £45,000 per annum plus inflation is offered to Stonepillow for four years commencing April 2026, subject to agreeing terms of the Funding Agreement.   1.3 The Divisional Manager for Communities and Customer Services, following consultation with the Cabinet Member for Communities and Wellbeing, is given delegated authority to agree the terms of the Funding Agreement.   1.4 The Grants and Concessions Panel is asked to maintain annual monitoring of the agreement, and recommend the release of funding as appropriate to the Divisional Manager for Communities and Customer Services.