Decision

1.Cabinet is asked to delegate authority to the Deputy Chief
Executive and Director of Place, or her nominee, in consultation
with the relevant Cabinet Portfolio Holder, to:

a) Confirm that, having complied with Section 123(2A) of the Local
Government Act 1972 and having considered the objection received,
the Council will proceed with the disposal by long lease of
approximately 293.9 sqm of open space land located south of and
adjoining West Hill Café, and to complete all necessary
legal documentation required to give effect to the disposal.
b) Implement the approved capital expenditure of £250,000 for
works to the West Hill Lift engine room as part of the Town Fund
development of the West Hill Café, including entering into contracts, and managing
delivery.
c) Implement the approved capital expenditure of £200,000 for
priority works to the castle itself, including entering into contracts, procuring works, and
managing delivery.