The Alexandra Palace and Park Board is scheduled to convene on Thursday, 30 July 2026, with a key focus on reviewing the financial performance and strategic direction of the Trust. The meeting's agenda includes discussions on the Chief Executive's progress report, the Trustees' Annual Report and Financial Statements for 2025-2026, and an update on the Finance Report. Additionally, the Board will consider policy updates, including the Safeguarding Policy, and a programme report on the 90th anniversary of BBC Television broadcasting from Alexandra Palace.

Chief Executive Charitable Trust Progress Report

The Board is scheduled to receive an update on the progress of the Alexandra Park and Palace Charitable Trust for the financial year 2026/27. This report, authored by Emma Dagnes OBE, Chief Executive of APPCT, will summarise key achievements and delivery milestones across the Trust's strategic goals. These goals include providing entertainment and culture, building climate change resilience, protecting heritage assets, safeguarding the green lung of the park, establishing new partnerships, inspiring communities, strengthening overall resilience, restoring derelict spaces, and creating a great place to work. The report also details progress in protecting archives and sharing stories in innovative ways.

Trustees' Annual Report & Financial Statements 2025-2026

The Board is set to review the draft Trustees' Annual Report and Financial Statements for the year ending 31 March 2026. This comprehensive report, presented by Emma Dagnes OBE, Chief Executive, and Councillor Melanie Gingell, Chair of the Trustee Board, will be prepared for signing and submission to the Charity Commission. The report includes a Chair's Foreword, details about the Trust's activities, governance, and management, and the Directors' Strategic Report. It also contains the Independent Auditor's Report and financial statements, providing an overview of the Trust's financial performance and position. The recommendations include approving the draft report and delegating powers for final amendments and signing to the Chief Executive and Chairs of the Trustee and APTL Boards.

Finance Report

A finance report is scheduled to be presented by Niki Cornwell, Interim Finance Director, focusing on the 2026/27 forecast against the budget for the Alexandra Park and Palace Charitable Trust. The report highlights significant challenges faced by the Trust, including economic uncertainty, rising operational costs, and labour market pressures. Mitigation strategies, such as car park charges, increased fundraising targets, and new leases, are outlined. The report also details operational efficiencies and strategic investments in people, technology, and estate maintenance. The Board is asked to note the forecast and approve it as the revised budget for the remainder of the year.

Policy Updates: Safeguarding Policy

The Board is scheduled to consider updates to the Safeguarding Policy, presented by Catherine Solomon, Director of HR & Organisational Development. These updates have been made in response to legislative changes, including the Statutory Guidance Working Together to Safeguard Children (2023), Keeping Children Safe in Education (updated September 2025), and Care and Support Statutory Guidance (updated July 2025). The revised policy includes new sections on contractor, partner, and volunteer responsibilities, and amendments to the Designated Safeguarding Lead's responsibilities. The Board is asked to approve the updated Safeguarding Policy.

BBC Television Service Broadcasting at 90 Programme Report

A report on the programme to celebrate 90 years since the launch of the BBC television service from Alexandra Palace is scheduled for discussion. Authored by Kirsten Forrest, Interpretation and Curatorial Manager, the report outlines plans for a Television Heritage Season in September/October 2026. This season will explore various aspects of television history, including children's TV, BBC News, LGBTQIA+ representation, Black representation, and educational media. The programme will feature talks, screenings, displays, tours, and learning activities, aiming to engage a broader audience and raise the profile of Alexandra Palace's significant role in television history. A key event will be the unveiling of a World Origin Site plaque on 2 November. The report also details collaboration with the Creative Learning department and the Young Creative Network with BBC FWD.

Feedback from Advisory and Consultative Committees

The Board is scheduled to receive feedback from the Advisory and Consultative Committees, noting the minutes from their meetings held on 18 June 2024.

FRRAC Chair's Report

A verbal update is expected from the Chair of the Finance, Resource, Risk and Audit Committee (FRRAC).

Exempt Reports

Several reports are scheduled to be discussed in a session excluding the press and public due to containing exempt information. These include an exempt Chief Executive Charitable Trust Progress Report, an exempt Finance Report, and an exempt APTL Chair's Verbal Update.

Future Meetings

The Board will also consider dates for future meetings.