Scott Mann has welcomed a new Government scheme for community groups worth £2.5 million.
The new ‘Communities Fund’ is being launched to help local people and will be targeted depending on local pressures. It could be used to help those facing domestic abuse, to provide support for disabled children’s services or to support those facing long-term unemployment.
Scott Mann said:
"I'm very pleased to see this new fund which will support communities up and down the UK, including here in Cornwall.
"It would be great to see some of this money being spent in North Cornwall to enhance the support for victims of domestic violence or disabled children's services, and I hope many groups in the constituency will apply for this scheme."
Small grassroots community groups including neighbourhood organisations, parishes and local voluntary groups can apply for grants up to £70,000. On top of that, grassroots organisations will benefit from expert advice from the local government sector, training from a ‘grassroots network’ and advice on evaluating the success of their services.
Communities Minister Andrew Percy said:
"Local grassroots community groups are best placed to understand the challenges in their local neighbourhoods and reaching those who need their help.
"This new multi-million pound fund will go direct to those groups of people who are struggling to manage, including those facing domestic abuse or long-term unemployment.
"I’d urge small groups to come forward and bid for this cash from today and they will also get expert advice from a network of other grassroot organisations."
To find out more information on the Communities Fund and how to apply, click here.