Purpose

To consider proposed actions and recommendations following the recent public consultation exercise and EQIA.

Decision

Agreed:

RESOLVED that:

1. the Executive agrees to the of closure of Northbrook Swimming Pool, based on the consideration of key income and expenditure reports, information gathered following public consultation and the Equalities Impact Assessment (EQIA).
2. the Executive delegates authority to the Strategic Director for Place, in consultation with the Leader to undertake the closure of the facility.
3. that support is provided to existing members and users, including local schools, in transitioning to alternative Exeter Leisure facilities.
4. any increase in costs to the Leisure Services to be reported back to the Executive and Council for approval.
5. as recommended by Scrutiny, Executive asks officers to facilitate a discussion with the Northbrook Trust and interested parties, including community groups, on the possibility of community ownership.

Reason for Decision: As set out in the report and amended at the meeting.