Issue details - Cultural Strategy

Cultural Strategy

A new Cutural Strategy is required from 2015 which is currently a policy document. Funding was provided by Arts Council England to develop a new cultural strategy for Torbay which will reflect the needs and apirations of the public and the cultural sector.

Decision type: Key

Reason Key: Policy Framework;

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Notice of proposed decision first published: 06/06/2014

Decision due: 25 Sep 2014 by Council

Lead member: Councillor Dave Butt dave.butt@torbay.gov.uk

Lead director: Director of Place

Contact: Sue Cheriton, Executive Head of Residents and Visitor Services Email: sue.cheriton@torbay.gov.uk.

Consultation process

Consultation has been undertaken with key stakeholders to establish the strategy including face to face, focus groups and open space session.

Consultees

Cultural sector practitioners from public, private and voluntary sectors
Arts Council England
English Hertaige

Reason for inclusion in Forward Plan: Development of future organisational structures in light of reduced resources Access to greater grant aid as Torbay is designated as a priority area with low engagement and infrastructure from agencies Greater integration of all cultural practitioners across Torbay

Key Risks: Raising aspirations where funding may not be available to deliver Lack of resources to pursue action plan items Financial pressures

If you want to make representations contact:: Sue Cheriton, Torbay Council, Town Hall, Castle Circuls, Torquay, TQ1 3DR, email sue.cheriton@torbay.gov.uk, telephone 01803 207972

Agenda items

25/09/2014 - Council Cultural Strategy 25/09/2014