REMOVALS AND GRANTS

GRANTS

First Appointment

A First Appointment grant is payable by the Ely Diocesan Board of Finance on initial appointment as an assistant minister. This is intended to help towards the cost of robes, theological books, office furniture and equipment (e.g. desk, chairs, filing cabinet, typewriter). Details of expenditure are required when claiming this grant.

First Incumbency

A further grant is made by the Board on first appointment with incumbency status to help with the cost of additional robes, equipment or items of office furniture which may be required. Again, full details of expenditure are required when applying for the grant.

Removal

All clergy are entitled to removal charges on appointment. At least three quotations should be obtained from firms with whom the claimant would be satisfied; the Board will meet the cost of the most cost-effective tender, in agreement with the clergy person. In the case of a self-drive hired van, the cost of hire and petrol used will be reimbursed on submission of receipts. Removal costs may also be met for certain lay staff.

Resettlement

A resettlement grant, in line with that recommended annually by the Church Commissioners, is paid to all stipendiary clergy moving to a parochial charge. This is to help towards the cost of curtains, carpets and other fittings in the new parsonage house.

CAR LOAN SCHEME

Car loans are provided for stipendiary clergy. The maximum loan is one half of the national minimum stipend for incumbents. Repayments are spread over a four year period and are deducted from the monthly stipend. Application forms are available from the Diocesan Office.