Decision Maker: Finance and Resources Committee

Outcome: For Determination

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: August 6, 2025

Purpose:

Content: (1)      welcome the opportunity for the North East of Scotland to host the World Rally Championships (WRC); (2)      instruct the Chief Officer - City Development & Regeneration to prepare a detailed project proposal for hosting the WRC, including engagement with relevant partners; (3)      instruct the Chief Officer - City Development & Regeneration to report the project proposal back to this Committee in November, with detailed costings and partnership feedback, including potential funding options and risk mitigation; and (4)      delegate authority to the Chief Officer – City Development & Regeneration, in consultation with Co-leaders, to approve international travel to attend a World Rally Championship event, to be funded from the International Trade Budget and/or the City Promotions budget, should the opportunity arise in this 2025/26 financial year.