Purpose

A report to note the progress made with the
borough's bid to become London Borough of Culture and to agree the
direction of travel.

Decision

RESOLVED:
 
A. That Cabinet noted the progress in
developing the bid for Merton to become the London Borough of
Culture in 2027.
B. That Cabinet reviewed the emerging themes
and agree the direction of travel for the bid to be submitted to
the Greater London Authority (GLA) by 30 November 2023 deadline