Decision Maker:

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: October 9, 2025

Purpose:

Content: RESOLVED   (1)  That the report be noted.   (2)  That the development and implementation of leases for Darwen hyouth Centre and Audley and Queens Park Children’s Centre (Youth Areas) be approved.   (3)  That the lease to the new Darwen Youth Centre to Blackburn and Darwen Youth Zone be approved on a 15-year lease, subject to agreement.   (4)  That the lease to the newly renovated youth areas of Audley and Queens Park Children’s Centre to Inspire, Motivate, Overcome Charity be approved on a 10-year lease, subject to agreement.   (5)  That the key principles of the leases, as outlined in section 3.2 of the report be noted and that delegated authority be granted to the Strategic Director for Children’s Service and Education, in conjunction with the Deputy Director of Legal and Governance and the Strategic Director for Growth and Development to finalise with the future tenants.