Decision details

1.         To note the good performance of the indoor leisure contract to date.

2.         To approve the savings negotiated so far with Active Nation and for the agreed changes to be incorporated into the contract variation.

The Executive Leader presented a report which provided an update on the performance of the indoor leisure contract and the savings negotiated for the duration of the contract.  The report also informed Members of the changes to the existing contract which would be captured in the contract variation.

Active Nation were in year seven of a 15 year contract with the Council to manage the Council’s indoor leisure facilities.  The contract performance to date had been good and by working in partnership, the Council and Active Nation had identified a number of potential areas for savings whilst maintaining high service standards.  The Council had an “open book accounting” arrangement with Active Nation. 

Decision made

1.         The good performance of the indoor leisure contract to date be noted.

2.         Approval of the savings negotiated so far with Active Nation and the agreed changes to be incorporated into the contract variation.

Reason(s) for decision

To ensure the current indoor leisure contract continues to provide high service standards to users of the facilities, continues to encourage participation in sport and leisure and offers good value for money.

Alternative option(s) considered and rejected

Other options such as reducing the opening hours of the leisure centres were considered but these will impact on current service standards.