Decision details

The Executive received a report which set out a recommendation from the Overview and Scrutiny Committee asking the Executive to support the proposal to seek the introduction of a community lottery scheme for the Borough of Woking through an External Lottery Manager (ELM).  Councillor Hughes, Chairman of the Overview and Scrutiny Committee, reported that the Committee had received an interesting presentation by Gatherwell, an ELM, which had answered the Committee’s questions.  It was noted that the cost to the Council was relatively small and that the contract period was a minimum of one year.  The need to consult with local charities was highlighted.

The Executive agreed that the Council should explore the proposal further and that a proposals report be brought back to a future meeting of the Executive.

RESOLVEd

That in accordance with the findings of the Overview and Scrutiny Committee, the Council explores further the possibility of adopting a Community Lottery Scheme and that a proposals report be brought back to a future meeting of the Executive.

Reason:   To create a new revenue stream for local community organisations.