Lead Member – Councillor Rob Macey, Portfolio Holder for Culture and Digital

Lead Officer – Jane Trethewey

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet:

·       Authorised an 8-week public consultation on options for the future of the Much Wenlock Leisure Centre, including the proposal to serve notice to 3-18 Education Trust to cease to operate Much Wenlock Leisure Centre on behalf of William Brookes School and withdraw the associated subsidy for community use.

·       Agreed that once the public consultation is completed, the results are reported back to Cabinet for a decision on the preferred option.

The Portfolio Holder for Culture and Digital presented the report which outlined options for changes to provision at Much Wenlock Leisure Centre and sought approval to initiate public consultation on the proposals. He emphasised the importance of the facility and the need to find a sustainable solution for its continued operation.

Members noted the challenges faced by Much Wenlock Leisure Centre, including limited public access during school hours and financial sustainability.

Members supported the consultation to gather community input and explore potential solutions. It was noted that the school were involved in discussions and were keen to maintain community use.

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet:

·       Authorised an 8-week public consultation on options for the future of the Much Wenlock Leisure Centre, including the proposal to serve notice to 3-18 Education Trust to cease to operate Much Wenlock Leisure Centre on behalf of William Brookes School and withdraw the associated subsidy for community use.

·       Agreed that once the public consultation is completed, the results are reported back to Cabinet for a decision on the preferred option.