Explanatory note

This Order authorises the Awards for All (England) joint scheme the details of which are set out in the Schedule. The joint scheme is contained in the agreement entered into on 12th February 2007 between the Arts Council of England, the Big Lottery Fund, the National Heritage Memorial Fund (operating under the name of the Heritage Lottery Fund) and the English Sports Council (operating under the name of Sport England). Further information about the scheme is available from Awards for All: England, 2 St James’ Gate, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4BE and Apex House, 3 Embassy Drive, Birmingham, B15 1TR or from the Awards for All website (www.awardsforall.org.uk).