This section of the course presents the grant cycle timeline in detail. The timeline involves two tracks: one for streamlined LCCs and one for non-streamlined LCCs.

Much like train tracks coming into a station, the cycle is the same for part of the process, then it splits into two separate tracks for part of the year, and then the two join back up again at the end. Your LCC's streamlined status determines the track you should follow.

As you navigate through this section, you have a choice to follow one path or the other. Feel free to return and go down the other path if you would like.

If you're not sure of your council's status, view a list of non-streamlined councils.