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RESOLVED
that:-
 
(a)
     Cabinet notes that
the former Fire Station site in Hexham is not for sale and has
never been marketed for sale given it has been identified as
critical for required Depot development and expansion in the west
of the County;
 
(b)
     Cabinet agrees to
progress with the plans for Depot expansion of the Tyne Mills
Depot, Hexham, subject to the 2026-27 Budget and MTFP process;
noting that officers will continue to progress preparatory activity
such as progressing demolition works on the site;
 
(c)      Cabinet
agrees to continue discussions with the artist Sir Antony Gormley
to progress plans for an art store and gallery in Hexham at a
suitable location; and
 
(d)      Cabinet
requests the Leader seek an urgent discussion with Sir Antony
Gormley to progress these opportunities.