Issue - meetings

A report from Councillor David Jones, Council Leader is attached.

           In the absence of the Council Leader, the Deputy Leader Councillor Simpson reported that Bury had been successful in its bid to become the first Greater Manchester Town of Culture 2020.  It is envisaged that this will raise the regional, national and international profile of the Borough as a cultural destination; embed Culture as a key deliverer of Bury’s Strategy 2030, raise optimism and improve life chances for our residents and promote civic pride, strengthen community cohesion and contribute to health and wellbeing.

Delegated decision

Cabinet welcomes the choice of Bury as Greater Manchester Town of Culture 2020; and agrees to

·         Approve the Council contribution of £40,000

·         Approve the arrangements for implementation as set out in the report.