Agenda item

To consider the report of the Venue & Events Officer.

Consideration was given to the report of the Venues & Events Officer.

Members considered the recommendations in the report and noted that there was no loss of floor space when the new seating was in place. Therefore there should be no reduction in hire charges for non-performance hirers.

The committee noted the improved income and level of bookings. Discussion ensued regarding opening hours and it was agreed that the Café Bar should close on Bank Holidays as footfall was low on those days. In respect of later opening on a Friday members supported this at the discretion of the Venue & Events Officer and subject to other bookings.

Resolved:

1.       That, there is no reduction of Main Hall hire charges for non-performance hirers; and

2.       That, the continued opening of 1863 for longer hours on a Friday be supported at the discretion of the Venue & Events Officer.