Consideration has been given on the outcome of the feasibility plan submitted to the Department for Transport for the Active Travel Social Prescribing Pilot.

RESOLVED -

That the successful award allocation of £1,431,240.14 over a three-year period to implement the Active Travel Social Prescribing Pilot in Gateshead be supported.

·         The successful funding bid will allow further work with key communities who will benefit from increased levels of physical activity and associated wellbeing through cycling and walking social prescribing activities in Gateshead.