Agenda item

To receive the report of the Deputy Town Clerk.

Consultation Findings in separate pack.

The Committee noted the report of the Deputy Town Clerk updating the Committee on activity between April and May 2025 on the development of the Cultural Strategy together with an outline of immediate next steps, and viewed a presentation produced by Things Made Public.

Members commented on the importance of good communication/PR and good relationships with other cultural entities – noting also the ongoing work in those areas.

A Member asked whether the London Symphony Orchestra had been consulted, together with other similar organisations. The meeting heard that the LSO has been consulted, together with other similar organisations.

The meeting noted that at least one Committee member is part of the cross-departmental Income Generation Working Group that covers issues related to advertising (in response to a question on advertising on street furniture) – though there are no plans to change current policy on advertising in the City. The Committee agreed to monitor the progress of the group’s work (see action plan).