Decision details
Cultural Development Plan
PDF 52 KBDecision Maker: Cabinet
Decision status: Approved (subject to call-in)
Is Key decision?: Yes
Is subject to call in?: Yes
Purpose:
To consider the plan that will guide the Council's approach to arts and culture over 2026 and 2027.
Decision:
To approve the Cultural Development Plan 2025-2027.
Reasons for the decision:
Adopting the Cultural Development Plan as a central pillar of the Council’s place-shaping strategy will deliver long-term benefits for BANES. The plan positions culture as a driver of regeneration, economic growth, and social cohesion, ensuring that investment in heritage and creativity underpins planning and infrastructure decisions. It aligns with corporate priorities on health, wellbeing, and inclusive communities, while strengthening the district’s identity and visitor economy. Endorsing this approach will enable the Council to leverage cultural assets to attract investment, foster innovation, and create vibrant, sustainable places that reflect our shared ambitions for the area.
Alternative options considered:
None.
Report author: Robert Campbell
Publication date: 13/03/2026
Date of decision: 12/03/2026
Decided at meeting: 12/03/2026 - Cabinet
Date comes into force if not called in: 21/03/2026
Call-in deadline date: 20/03/2026
Current call-in Count: 0
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