Issue - meetings

Purpose of report

To inform and update the Cabinet Member on the development of an Events Strategy and to seek adoption of the strategy following consultation and revision.

RECOMMENDED

(1)  To note the importance of events in complimenting and growing the reputation of Portsmouth both nationally and internationally.

(2)  That the attached Events Strategy 2017 - 2021 is approved by the Cabinet Member for Culture, Leisure and Sport.

(TAKE IN REPORT)

The report was introduced by Claire Looney, Partnership and Commissioning Manager. 

Councillor Symes said that the events team are doing fantastic work and have delivered a third more events across the city which has helped to boost the income for the city.  Councillor Hunt said that it was important that events are not only held on the seafront and was pleased that more events are taking place in the north of the city.

In response to questions officers clarified the following points:

·         Officers look at all assets across the city to host events and consider how to make the best use of these whilst being sensitive to heritage assets.    

·         Volunteering is a key part of the events delivery.  The Great South Run has over 1,000 volunteers as do many of the other large scale events in the city.  

DECISIONS: the Cabinet Member

(1)  Noted the importance of events in complimenting and growing the reputation of Portsmouth both nationally and internationally.

(2)  Approved the attached Events Strategy 2017 - 2021