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The Committee gave consideration to a report providing a background to the Scottish Government Islands Programme funding and advising of the proposed projects which would form the basis of applications to the Scottish Government.

Decision

The Policy and Resources Committee –

1.     noted the process for applying to the Islands Programme and Carbon Neutral Islands Capital Fund and the 30 August 2024 deadline for applications;

2.     approved the recommended projects which would be submitted to the call for applications as detailed at paragraph 4.7 and 4.10 of the submitted report; and

3.     agreed to delegate authority to the Executive Director with responsibility for Development and Economic Growth in consultation with the Leader, Depute Leaders and the Leader of the largest Opposition Group, to approve the funding bids prior to submission to the Scottish Government and to manage the funding should the applications be successful.

(Reference: Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Development and Economic Growth dated 15 July 2024, submitted)