Defra Funding. 9.1 Defra will make a contribution to the Partnership as set out in sub-clauses 9.2, 9.3 and 9.4. For years 2 - 4 (2012/13 – 2014/15) the figures are indicative allocations which are provided now in order to assist with long-term financial planning and will be confirmed as soon as possible. This is because experience from previous spending reviews suggests that these allocations can change over the spending review period, especially given the current tight financial circumstances.
9.2 The total grant allocation for the first year of the Term from Defra is [£ ]
9.3 The indicative total grant allocation for the second year of the Term from Defra is [£ ]
9.4 The indicative total grant allocation for the third year of the Term from Defra is [£ ]
9.5 The indicative total grant allocation for the fourth year of the Term from Defra is [£ ]
9.6 This four year settlement will be based on the current AONB funding formula. However the formula will be reviewed and may be subject to change during this Term.
9.7 This grant will be used towards Eligible Costs listed in sub clause 8.1, the provision of a Sustainable Development Fund and project activity in the context of a single pot [Schedule x] to achieve the outcomes set out in the Management Plan and the Annual Business Plan.
Defra Funding. 9.1 Defra will make a contribution to the Partnership as set out in sub-clauses 9.2, 9.3 and 9.4. For years 3 - 4 (financial years 2013/14 – 2014/15) the figures are indicative allocations which are provided now in order to assist with long-term financial planning and will be confirmed as soon as possible. This is because experience from previous spending reviews suggests that these allocations can change over the spending review period, especially given the current tight financial circumstances.
9.2 The total grant allocation for the first year of the Term from Defra is £169,700
9.3 The total grant allocation for the second year of the Term from Defra is £160,000 (as confirmed by Defra 3rd Jan 2012)
9.4 The indicative total grant allocation for the third year of the Term from Defra is £150,389 (based on a 6% predicted reduction)
9.5 The indicative total grant allocation for the fourth year of the Term from Defra is £140,738 (based on a 6.4% predicted reduction)
9.6 This four year settlement will be based on the current AONB funding formula. However the formula will be reviewed and may be subject to change during this Term.
9.7 This grant will be used towards Eligible Costs listed in sub clause 8.1, the provision of a Sustainable Development Fund and project activity in the context of a single pot (Schedule 2) to achieve the outcomes set out in the Management Plan and the Annual Business Plan.
Defra Funding. 9.1 Though Defra is not party to this MoA it is understood by the Parties that Defra will continue to make a contribution to the Partnership and that the 2015-16 level has already been set at the same level as that in 2014-15. This contribution is made under section 98 of the Natural Environment and Xxxxx Xxxxxxxxxxx Xxx 0000.
9.2 This contribution is made with the expectation that the Funding Partners will continue to provide financial contributions which give medium term security, matching Defra’s commitment to an AONB funding programme.
9.3 This contribution comes as a single sum to be allocated by the Partnership following Staff Unit recommendations towards Eligible Costs listed in clause 8.1, and project activity to achieve the outcomes set out in the Management Plan and the Annual Business Plan.
Defra Funding. 9.1 Though DEFRA are not party to this MoU, they will continue to make a contribution to the Partnership – the 2015-16 level has already been set at the same as that in 2014-15. This contribution is made under section 98 of the Natural Environment and Xxxxx Xxxxxxxxxxx Xxx 0000.
9.2 This contribution is made with the firm expectation that the Local Authority members of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Partnership will continue to provide financial contributions which give medium term security, matching DEFRA’s commitment to an AONB funding programme.
9.3 This contribution comes as a single sum, leaving the AONB Partnership free to approve the Staff Unit’s recommendations about how the money is allocated, and is made in support of the delivery of the vision, objectives and action plan of the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Management Plan and the AONB Unit Business Plan and its revisions. The AONB Management Plan and Unit Business Plan sets out a shared vision for and commitment to AONB management by all partners.
9.4 This contribution will be used towards Eligible Costs listed in sub clause 8.1, and project activity in the context of a single pot to achieve the outcomes set out in the Management Plan and the Annual Business Plan.
Defra Funding. 8.1 Defra has provisionally agreed a funding contribution towards eligible costs of £146,352 for the 2015-16 financial year (see annex 1).
8.2 It is anticipated that Defra may give a multi-year indication of provisional funding from 2016- 17 but in any event it is anticipated that subsequent funding from Defra will be agreed with the Host Authority on an annual basis.
