Decision details

Members were informed that Second Chance Junior Football Academy runs two youth football teams for under 11’s and under 9’s respectively.  The under 11 team has 18 registered players and the under 9 team has 12 registered players. The players are refugees and all are currently residents in Nottingham City.

It was noted that, as the group was not based in Broxtowe and does not draw a significant proportion of its membership from Borough residents, the academy was not eligible for a grant under the ordinary criteria of either the Broxtowe Refugee and Asylum Seekers Fund or the Council’s Grant Aid Policy.  It was suggested, however, that such a grant would serve to demonstrate the Council’s commitment to supporting refugees across the East Midlands, leading the way and providing a welcoming space for any young refugee.

RESOLVED that an award of up to £1,000 be granted to Second Chance Junior Football Academy and accordingly.

Reason

This funding will demonstrate the Council’s commitment to supporting refugees within a neighbouring authority and the East Midlands.