This report proposes two new funds designed to
tackle financial hardship in South Lakeland. The first will support
local councils and community groups to develop projects to
alleviate poverty and the second will enable partner agencies
working on the frontline to provide immediate, low level, financial
support to individuals to avert a crisis.
Decision type: Non-key
Decision status: For Determination
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Decision due: 19 May 2022 by Delegated Executive Decisions
Lead member: Health, Wellbeing and Poverty Alleviation Portfolio Holder
Lead director: Director of Strategy, Innovation and Resources
Contact: Simon Blyth, Strategy Specialist Email: s.blyth@southlakeland.gov.uk.