Decision details

NB This report was introduced prior to consideration of the Part 2 report of the same name. The decision was taken following consideration of the Part 2 report of the same name.

RESOLVED:

(1)       That Cabinet note and agree the approach set out in SLL’s recovery plan and support SLL using the Open Book approach as recommended in the PPN 02/20, and further support included within LGA Options for councils in supporting leisure providers through COVID-19 Guidance from service closure;

(2)       That Cabinet note and agree that Officers will continue to work with SLL to agree ways in which income can be maximised and costs minimised whilst ensuring that operations continue to meet COVID-19 and other safety requirements.

REASON FOR DECISION: To seek approval for the SLL recovery plan and a phased approach toward recovery allowing flexibility through delegation, to ensure business continuity for the leisure contracts and for them to survive beyond the COVID-19 pandemic.