Agenda item

To consider the showing of the National Emergency Briefing film in the Corn Exchange. (Full Council Minute 206 13.04.2026 Refers)

The Committee received and considered the report of the Committee Clerk regarding the National Emergency Briefing film.

Members agreed that hosting a screening would be beneficial and supported the proposal to hold an afternoon showing on 27 July 2026, with a particular focus on encouraging attendance from younger people. It was noted that though the film carries a 12A rating, there was additional guidance that those under the age of 16 should be accompanied by an adult.

Members discussed opportunities to enhance the event and recommended that The Station be approached to explore their involvement, including supporting promotion of the showing, potential use of their hot chocolate van and potentially participating in, or chairing, a discussion following the screening.

It was agreed that Members seek to attend one of the other local screenings taking place in advance of the proposed event, to assess the suitability of the film for a younger audience. Members also suggested that local schools could be engaged to help promote the event ahead of the summer holidays, noting that the proposed date would fall within the holiday period and therefore maximise accessibility for young people.

In addition, Members supported the invitation of the local Member of Parliament to attend the event, recognising that the film’s objective was to raise awareness of climate change issues at a national level.

Resolved:

1.       That the report be noted;

2.       That an afternoon screening of the National Emergency Briefing film be shown on 27 July 2026, with a focus on engaging younger audiences;

3.       That Members attend alternative local screenings in advance to assess the suitability of the film for younger viewers;

4.       That The Station be approached to explore opportunities to support and participate in the event;

5.       That local schools be engaged to help promote the screening; and

6.       That the local Member of Parliament be invited to attend the event.