Decision details

To consider the preparation required for National Portfolio Organisation funding from Arts Council England.

DECISION:           

1)    That it be agreed that East Lindsey District Council be authorised to act as the Accountable Body for the fund that has been awarded, and that necessary arrangements for its delivery be made;

2)    That the use of Ayscoughfee Hall and Gardens as a Cultural Hub, and any necessary in-kind contributions to support the delivery of the programme, be approved; and

3)    That the Activity Plan be noted, and delegated authority given to the Assistant Director – Economic Growth, in consultation with the relevant Portfolio Holder, to modify and approve future plans.

To meet Arts Council England requirements to access annual funding allocations through the National Portfolio Organisation funding, and to enable Ayscoughfee Hall and Gardens to be a Cultural Hub).

The application to Arts Council England was a competitive process and the funding award was based on the commitment to deliver the Activity Plan.  Funding would not be awarded, or could be withdrawn if the Council did not support the proposals.