To consider how the Covid Winter Grant of £208,703 would be distributed
Decision type: Key
Decision status: For Determination
Wards affected: None Specific;
Notice of proposed decision first published: 24/11/2020
Reason for urgency:
An urgent decision is required due to the need to put in place processes to distribute Winter Grant Scheme funds to those in need, in particular children in receipt of free school meals, without delay.
Decision due: 2 Dec 2020 by Executive
Lead member: Executive Member for Business and Economic Development - David Cornish
Lead director: Director, Children's Services - Helen Watson
Department: Social Care and Early Help
Contact: Viki Elliot-King Email: viki.elliot-king@wokingham.gov.uk Tel: 0118 908 8226.
Reason For Consideration: Executive is asked to consider this report urgently due to the need to distribute Covid Winter Grant funds as soon as possible to reach those in need of additional support without delay.