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Kirkby Stephen Youth Club loses building after funding fallout
Overview
Kirkby Stephen Youth Centre (KSYC) has been forced to leave the Evergreen Building in Cumbria after delays in a re-tender process caused it to lose £50,000 in grant funding. The Evergreen Community Trust defended its selection process, stating that a new operator is expected to take over youth provisions by half-term, while KSYC expressed devastation for the children affected and plans to continue offering outreach services through a community interest company.
Key points
- Kirkby Stephen Youth Centre ran its final session at the Evergreen Building last month.
- The club stated that delays caused it to lose £50,000 in grant funding and withdraw its bid.
- The Evergreen Community Trust defended its "fair" process and stated a new operator will provide at least three sessions a week.
- KSYC had nearly 200 children registered, operating four nights a week for three years.
- KSYC continues to run services outside the building, including youth trips and outreach.