Agenda item

To receive a report from the Town Clerk/CEO on a proposal for the continuation of Cricket at The Leys.

The Committee received and considered the report of the Town Clerk/CEO which provided details following a meeting with Swifts Cricket Club and the Oxfordshire Cricket Board (ECB).

Members heard of a proposal to establish an artificial wicket in place of the current grass surface. Members heard that this could lead to a return of cricket to the Leys with potential use by Henry Box School as well as youth or woman’s cricket.

The Committee were unanimous in agreement that Officers should continue with discussions with the ECB, Henry Box School and any other involved parties.

Resolved:

1.      That, the report be noted and,

2.      That, Officers continue with discussions for the establishment of an artificial wicket at The Leys.