Agenda item

Members were reminded of the discussion at the previous meeting of the Area Council on the subject of communications and branding.  The issue had been brought back to the Area Council for Members to provide their views on the options available.

Providing quality displays and A5 leaflets was supported, and members discussed using social media boosts in order to promote the services available through the Area Council or encourage volunteering.  It was noted that social media would provide some statistics in order to help to measure reach, and value for money.

Members discussed purchasing space in the Barnsley Today publication, and many felt that the coverage of the area was inconsistent and that therefore this was not the preferred option.

RESOLVED That the Area Council Manager, in consultation with the Chair develops a programme to utilise the communications allocation which includes promotional displays and banners, the development of an A5 leaflet, social media boosts, and developing video content.