Moray Council administers a fund of money from which awards can be given to groups and initiatives that fall within the 1975 boundary of the old Royal Burgh of Cullen.
The notion of the Common Good Funds is an ancient tradition from the late 16th century. The explanation below comes from the Moray Council website. Decisions on the Cullen Common Good Fund are made by the local councillors for Moray Council.
“The origins of Common Good Funds in Scotland are late 15th century and they have been identified as all “property of a Royal Burgh not acquired under statutory powers or held under specified trusts”.
Until 1975, the Town Councils of those Burghs in Moray having Common Good Funds managed them. Moray District took over until 1996 when The Moray Council took over responsibility. The Members of the Council are in a similar position to Trustees.”
There is still a pot of monies available to be awarded to groups. The application form and guidance document can be found by clicking here.
If any group requires assistance in completing the form, contact CDCC by clicking here.
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