Decision details

The Cabinet will be asked to consider proposals to adopt an Arts Strategy which will enable more local people to see and participate in the arts and support the development of the creative industries sector in the Borough

The Divisional Director of Culture and Sport presented the report and suggested that the draft Arts Strategy was a proportionate reflection of the vision for the delivery and promotion of arts in the Borough over the next few years.  The Divisional Director also commented on the importance of an Arts Strategy in terms of attracting external funding for projects.

Cabinet resolved to approve the Arts Strategy 2013-16 as attached at Appendix 1 to the report.