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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Future of the Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme

22 January 2025 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Proposed by Chris Bryant Lab Rhondda and Ogmore

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Government is extending the Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme until March 2026.
  • An annual limit of 25,000 per place of worship will be imposed.
  • The total fund is capped at 23 million to manage financial constraints.

Issue summary

The statement addresses the continuation and modification of the Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme.

Action requested

The Government is extending the grant scheme until March 2026, but implementing an annual limit of £25,000 per place of worship and capping the fund at £23 million to address financial constraints.

Key facts

  • Nearly £350 million has been awarded since 2010.
  • The scheme receives around 7,000 applications a year.
  • Over 70% of claims are for £5,000 or less.
  • There is an annual limit of £25,000 per place of worship.
  • The fund is limited to £23 million.
  • 94% of claims will be unaffected by the new limits.
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