Essential Living Fund (ELF) Scheme Policy - Southend-on-Sea

Classifying the priority of an ELF Grant

When deciding whether to award an ELF grant consideration must be given to the level of priority of the item and the remaining budget.

High priority

It will normally be appropriate to give high priority to if:

  • award will have a substantial and immediate effect in resolving or improving the circumstances of the applicant and in meeting the aims of the prime objective they have qualified under

Medium priority

It will normally be appropriate to give medium priority if:

  • award will have a noticeable effect, although not substantial and immediate, in resolving or improving the circumstances of the applicant and in meeting the aims of the prime objective they have qualified under

Low priority

It will normally be appropriate to give low priority if:

  • award will have a minor effect in resolving or improving the circumstances of the applicant and in meeting the aims of the prime objective they have qualified under
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