Decision details

The County Council has a Premises Use Policy and associated procedures to be followed when considering the use of County Council premises by external organisations.

The policy and procedures are due for review following changes to the use and retention of County Council's premises which has seen an increase in the level of co-location of services, centrally managed operational buildings, and premises costs. The policy sets out how premises can accommodate use by different types of community organisations e.g. Friends of Library groups whilst adhering to good premises management practice. The County Council continues to support the use of its premises by external organisations for educational, community and service-delivery purposes. The focus is to allow community use of buildings that complements County Council service delivery and supports the strategic objectives of the authority. The charges for sessional use/hire have been increased in line with the change to the retail price index and are included as part of the Premises Use Policy at Appendix 'A'. 

This is deemed to be a Key Decision and the provisions of Standing Order No. 25 have been complied with.

The Cabinet approved the recommendations as set out in the report.