Agenda item

The North East Area Council Manager updated members regarding the North East Area Council Budget, Devolved Ward Budget and Ward Alliance Funds.   It was highlighted that a number of applications have been received by Ward Alliances from organisations who have submitted identical applications to all 21 wards.  A meeting with officers is to be arranged, as there is a need to ensure applications are relevant to the wards in question and contribute to the promotion of social action, volunteering and community involvement at a local level, as outlined in the Ward Alliance Fund guidance.

RESOLVED that

(i)            the report be noted, and

(ii)          each Ward continues to prioritise the efficient expenditure of the Ward Alliance funds in line with spending guidelines and Ward priorities.