The money has been given as part of the Councillor Priority Fund, which allows each county councillor a budget of £10,000 they can use to support community projects in their area. This money was provided by James Robertshaw who said it was to develop the troop’s new facility in South Leigh. READ MORE: Comedy legend Peter Kay, 53, gives major life update to Sara CoxCouncillor James Robertshaw with Richard Lord of the Witney Scouts (Image: James Robertshaw)The Conservative councillor said he was “pleased to help”. Richard Lord, Chair of Trustees of Witney Buttercross Scout Group said "We're very grateful to James for the donation to our hardship fund. “This will enable young people, from hard pressed Witney families, to join the 350 young people already enjoying the scouting experience and activities in Witney".