Context
A survey by the Church Commissioners found that at least 200 projects will be affected by the £25,000 cap in the grant scheme, including parish churches and cathedrals in deprived areas.
Question
What assessment have the Church Commissioners made of the potential impact of the £25,000 cap on church repairs? Christ Church in Wanstead needs urgent repair for a grade I listed building at a cost of £2 million; how will this affect funding and VAT reimbursement?
Answer from Marsha De Cordova (Second Church Estates Commissioner)
I have met the Secretary of State to discuss these concerns. The congregation at Christ Church Wanstead provides community services such as music festivals and bereavement support. Relieving the burden of finding an extra 20% for repairs would allow more time for work with vulnerable communities. I will write to my hon. Friend with information about available grants.
Not addressed: Specific commitments on lifting the cap or securing future funding beyond writing a letter were not provided.
How: Commitment To Write
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