RESOLVED:

That Cabinet approves the council’s contribution to the London Councils Grants Scheme 2015/16 as per the subscription set by London Councils Leaders’ Committee on 9 December 2014.

The Cabinet Member for Community Safety, Engagement and Equalities, presented the report which sought Cabinet’s approval for Merton’s contribution of £217,275 to the London Councils Grants Scheme for 2015/16. It was confirmed that the figure could be met within existing resources.

It was noted that the level of contribution had been determined by the London Councils Leaders’ Committee, which Merton’s Leader served on. The Leader confirmed that the funding would be used for pan-London programmes and works.

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet approves the Council’s contribution to the London Councils Grants Scheme 2015/16 as per the subscription set by London Councils Leaders’ Committee on 9 December 2014.