Issue - meetings

To receive and consider the report of the Deputy Chief Executive.

The Deputy Chief Executive, Chris Sinnott, presented his confidential report which outlines proposals to create a shared events team.

As part of the creation of a shared Communications and Visitor Economy team the councils have completed the first stage, which is the sharing of the communications function. 

These reviews have followed the initial phase as the set-up of these parts of the teams and how the services are delivered differs at each authority and has needed more consideration.

Members considered the proposals in detail and noted the different approaches taken currently.  Moving forwards the Covid-19 restrictions will be reviewed prior to any recruitment taking place. 

Members supported the aspirations of the review, noting that events assist in creating a sense of place for residents and visitors which will be important when restrictions are lifted.  It is positive that events in each Borough should not clash moving forwards at it will be the same team delivering them.  Support for the Mayor will remain unchanged at the current time.

Decisions regarding events timetables will be determined by each authority, although the resourcing plan for shared services, including the ongoing split of contributions will be considered by this committee as part of future budget planning cycles. 

Decision (unanimously)

1.         To support the proposals for a shared events team and action plan for the team as detailed in Appendix 1.

2.         To note the proposed arrangements for the formal approval of the proposals, consultation and final sign-off for the restructures.