Issue - meetings

That the Stoke on Trent Bid for the City of Culture 2021 title be supported as a key partner through appropriate Borough Council Elected Member and officer involvement.

A report was submitted to Cabinet seeking support for a bid from Stoke on Trent for the UK City of Culture 2021.

The Portfolio Holder for Leisure and Culture, Councillor Amelia Rout advised members that Stoke on Trent would receive significant media attention for this and that it was important that Newcastle’s Communications team work in partnership with the City Council.

Resolved:     That the Stoke on Trent Bid for the City of Culture 2021 title be

supported as a key partner through appropriate Borough Council Elected Member and officer involvement.