1. Update and agree the approach and prioritisation of the Principal Towns Programme.
2. Due to an early investment opportunity in the market, approve the necessary delegated powers, allowing BMBC officers to draw down against funding notionally set aside to deliver key activities.
3. Subsequent reports will follow to provide updates on further actions and seek approval for decisions where required.
Decision type: Key
Decision status: Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)
Notice of proposed decision first published: 23/09/2022
It is anticipated that this report will contain information which is exempt from publication and during discussion of this information the public may be excluded from the meeting. View the reasons for the exemption
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Decision due: 14 Dec 2022 by Cabinet
Lead member: Cabinet Spokesperson Regeneration and Culture
Lead director: Executive Director Growth and Sustainability
Department: Growth and Sustainability Directorate
Consultation process
Discussions have taken place with operational and strategic leaders within the organisation to ensure the proposal meets the strategic ambitions of the Council.
Individual consultation has taken place with:
· Executive Director – Growth and Sustainability
· Service Director – Culture and Regeneration
· The Council’s Finance Director
Finally, through the Principal Town Board consultation has taken place with local members, business, and residents. This will continue as the programme of activity evolves.