Issue - meetings

To consider the report of the Cabinet Member for Culture and Leisure providing an overview of the Guildhall Galvanised project, its impact and how investment can transform a cultural venue.

RESOLVED that the report is accepted and that the project is celebrated and noted.

Cabinet considered the report of the Cabinet Member for Culture and Leisure that provided an overview of the Guildhall Galvanised project, its impact, and how investment can transform a cultural venue.

The Cabinet Member for Culture and Leisure highlighted some of the benefits to users resulting from the successful bid to Arts Council England in 2022 (3.6-11).  He informed Members that he considered these to have contributed to the Guildhall becoming Gloucester’s premier live venue, a vibrant place welcoming to everyone no matter their background.  The Cabinet Member for Culture and Leisure looked forward to the Gloucester Guildhall continuing its journey from strength to strength in future.

The Cabinet Member for Environment apprised Members of his own experience observing the improvements to the Guildhall which he believed were well worthwhile.

RESOLVED that the report is accepted and that the project is celebrated and noted.