Purpose of the report
To seek Cabinet Executive approval to establish a one year pilot
Blaby Business Grant Scheme for micro and small enterprises in the
district, providing accessible small scale funding to support
business growth and resilience, including productivity, digital
improvements, premises improvements, decarbonisation and shop front
enhancements.
Expected decision
Cabinet Executive is asked to approve the establishment of the
Blaby Business Grant Scheme for a one year pilot with a total fund
of £25,000 and to delegate authority, subject to demonstrated
value and impact reported after year 1, to the Portfolio Holder for
Health, Community and Economic Development and the Executive
Director Place to determine continuation of the scheme into year 2
and beyond.
Decision type: Non-key
Decision status: For Determination
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Notice of proposed decision first published: 23/01/2026
Decision due: 23 February 2026 by Cabinet Executive
Lead member: Councillor Nick Chapman, Health, Community and Economic Development Portfolio Holder cllr.nick.chapman@blaby.gov.uk
Lead director: Executive Director - Place
Department: Health, Community and Economic Development
Contact: Luke Raddon-Jackson, Assets & Major Projects Group Manager Email: luke.raddon-jackson@blaby.gov.uk.
Date Report and Background Papers will be available: None
Background Papers: None
Decision to be taken in Public or Private Session?: Public