Decision details

That:

1.         The Programme of Activities planned so far for the 850th Year of Celebrations be agreed.

2.         The financial contributions received to date to fund the programme be noted and the further work to raise contributions for the Celebrations be endorsed.

3.         An 850th Year Website be launched for residents, organisations and businesses to easily access information about the Year of Celebrations and opportunities to be involved.

4.         The legacy programme envisaged for the 850 Year Celebrations be agreed.

5.         A heritage blue plaque nomination scheme be approved.

6.         Cabinet agrees that the Heritage Champion, the Portfolio Holder for Leisure, Culture and Heritage along with the Executive Director Development and Growth finalise the programme once Scrutiny have reviewed the plans for the year / events and are then delegated to enter into such agreements and licences to deliver the programme of activity and to be able to add or remove events / activities as may be required.