Securing the future of Guildhall and Abbey House (less exempt appendices)

July 21, 2026 Cabinet (Cabinet collective) Key decision Approved View on council website
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Decision

  1. That the formal marketing of the Guildhall and Abbey House to  secure an offer for an occupational lease be approved as combined and separate lots.
  2. That a budget of £ 97k for the reolocation of the Walton Suite and other Guildhall offices into City Offices as well as other one off costs be agreed.
  3. That a further report will be presented on the outcome of the marketing exercise before the Council enters into the lease.

Related Meeting

Cabinet - Tuesday, 21 July 2026 - 9.30 am on July 21, 2026

Supporting Documents

CAB3529 Guildhall - Management and Investment Options.pdf

Details

OutcomeRecommendations Approved
Decision date21 Jul 2026
Effective from29 Jul 2026
Expected date21 Jul 2026
Originally due21 Jul 2026
Lead officerGeoff Coe
Subject to call-inYes