Agenda and minutes

Apologies were reported on behalf of Councillors Groogan and I. McLaughlin.

The minutes of the meetings of 13th and 27th May, 2026, were taken as read and signed as correct. It was reported that those minutes had been adopted by the Council at its meeting on 1st June, 2026.

            Councillor R. McLaughlin declared an interest in relation to the presentation from the Belfast City and Region Place Partnership and the item ‘Belfast City and Region Place Partnership Update’ in that he was on the Board of the Belfast Harbour Commissioners and left the meeting whilst those items were under consideration.

            Councillor McDonough-Brown declared an interest within the item ‘Vacant to Vibrant Programme Update’ in that a member of his family was associated with an applicant to scheme and left the meeting whilst this item was under consideration.

            The Chairperson welcomed to the meeting Ms. M. Doyle, Chair of the Belfast City and Region Place Partnership (BCRPP), and Mr. J. McDonald, Managing Director of GRAHAM Investment Projects.

            Ms. Doyle provided the Committee with an overview of the BCRPP, which was a public-private partnership collaboratively working toward the following objectives:

·       Strengthen collaboration and partnership working across the Belfast City Region;

·       Promote and market the region nationally and internationally;

·       Enhance engagement and advocacy with key stakeholders to advance regional investment and development priorities;

·       Support delivery of Belfast Region City Deal projects and strategic initiatives; and

·       Drive inclusive, sustainable and innovative growth that strengthens communities and delivers long-term prosperity.

            She informed the Committee that the BCRPP continued to use a four-pillared approach to programming, namely, investor-focused activity, advocacy and engagement, media and communication, and community engagement.

            The Committee was provided with further information on BCRPP’s key areas of focus which included detail in respect of strategic communications, BCRPP’s supporting approach to the Council-led Belfast Place-Based Growth Proposition, engagement with the Executive and the UK and Irish Governments, and community engagement through the BCRPP Community Forum.

            Mr. McDonald outlined some of BCRPP’s investor-focused activity including its attendance at the UK Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF) and MIPIM. He highlighted the value of those events to showcase the region globally to investors and developers.

            Ms. Doyle concluded the presentation by setting out the next steps for the partnership for 2026/27 to help build on the collaborative working to support the place-based growth proposition for the city, showcase and position the region as a place to invest, attract inclusive investment to deliver regeneration and development, and maximise the social, environmental and economic benefits of investment and development activity through continued community engagement.

            The Chairperson thanked Ms. Doyle and Mr. McDonald for their attendance and presentation, and they left the meeting.

            The Committee noted the information provided within the presentation.

            The Senior Manager for Culture and Tourism provided the Committee with an update on the upcoming ballot for a third term of Destination Cathedral Quarter (CQ) Business Improvement District (BID).

            The Chairperson welcomed to the meeting Mr. D. Corr, Destination CQ BID Manager.

            Mr. Corr presented an overview of the BID, which had been established in 2016 to provide a collective voice for businesses in the area. He reported that, since its establishment, the BID had helped deliver projects to improve trading, increase partnership working, and leverage substantial additional funding for the area.

            He informed the Committee that the BID area was the city’s leading destination for culture, hospitality, enterprise and learning with a diverse mix of businesses, residents, students and visitors. He stated that the BID area was a key contributor to city’s economy and international reputation and highlighted the significant growth opportunities in relation to regeneration and investment.

            The Committee was provided with further detail in relation to the BID’s plan for 2026-31, which would include work to:

·       Provide continued support for businesses;

·       Make the area safer, greener and cleaner through environmental improvements, safety initiatives and public realm enhancements; and

·       Promote and animate the area though events and cultural programming and marketing to increase footfall and visitor spend.

            Mr. Corr highlighted that the BID worked closely with the Council to support city centre objectives in relation to regeneration, economic growth, tourism, cultural activation and to ensure effective engagement with the business community.

            He concluded the presentation by requesting the Council’s endorsement of Destination CQ BID in the upcoming ballot for a third term to continue and maintain the strategic partnership and ongoing collaboration on regeneration, place-making and city centre development.

            The Chairperson thanked Mr. Corr for his attendance and presentation, and he left the meeting.

            The Committee:

i.       noted the information provided within the presentation;

ii.     noted the update on the pending ballot for the third term of the Destination CQ BID; and

iii.    agreed to return yes votes for the Council properties located within the BID boundary.

The information contained in the report associated with the following nine items is restricted in accordance with Part 1 of Schedule 6 of the Local Government Act (Northern Ireland) 2014.

            Resolved – That the Committee agrees to exclude the members of the press and public from the meeting during discussion of the following item as, due to the nature of the items, there would be a disclosure of exempt information as described in Section 42(4) and Schedule 6 of the Local Government Act (Northern Ireland) 2014.

            Members were also reminded that the content of ‘restricted’ reports and any discussion which took place during closed session must be treated as ‘confidential information’ and that no such information should be disclosed to the public as per Paragraph 4.15 of the Code of Conduct.

The Committee considered a report which provided an update on the Vacant to Vibrant Programme and sought approval for citywide grant awards as recommended by the Vacant to Vibrant assessment panel following the receipt and assessment of recent applications.

            The Director of City Regeneration and Development also provided the Committee with an update in relation to applicants V2V126 and V2VCW006. In response to a Member’s question regarding the applicant V2VCW006, the Director advised that the Council would take a flexible approach in supporting the applicant and that further updates would be brought back to the Committee.

            The Committee:

i.       noted the update in relation to the Vacant to Vibrant Programme which would be supporting up to 85 businesses/organisations to locate or expand into long-term vacant units;

ii.     agreed the recommended citywide grant awards as outlined within the report; and

iii.    noted the update in relation to applicants V2V126 and V2VCW006.

The Director of City Regeneration and Development provided the Committee with an update on a number of workstreams in relation to the Assembly Rooms Cluster.

            The Committee was advised that funding from the World Monuments Fund (WMF), which was announced in February, 2026, had assisted in progressing works including the development of a Conservation Management Plan (CMP) for the Assembly Rooms; façade, window treatment and painting; interpretative signage and public realm improvements; and roof repairs. It was reported that the ongoing work would form part of a wider range of works to enhance the physical building and its environs in advance of the 2026 Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann.

            In respect of next steps and the future use of the Assembly Rooms Cluster, the Committee was provided with an update on recent Party Group briefings. It was recommended to the Committee that, following the feedback received from those briefings and in advance of future reports to the City Growth and Regeneration Committee and the Strategic Policy and Resources Committee, further consideration would be given by Party Group Leaders, at its meeting in June, 2026, on the next stages for determining the future use of the Assembly Rooms, the development and funding strategy, and the potential for a soft market testing exercise in relation to the assets adjoining the Assembly Rooms. The Committee was advised that those matters would subsequently be brought back to either Committee as appropriate. It was highlighted that the draft text for the interpretative panels would also be submitted to Party Group Leaders.

            In addition to the update provided, the Committee also considered a request for the Chairperson and Deputy Chairperson to attend a WMF reception in the City Hall in September, 2026, as part of WMF’s Escapade event.

            The Committee:

i.       noted the update on the activity to date, and the planned activity, in relation to the Assembly Rooms Cluster, which included repainting and façade treatment to the Assembly Rooms, a Conservation Management Plan, roof repairs, interpretative signage panels and works to improve the immediate environs in advance of the Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann;

ii.     noted the update on the recent Party Group briefings and agreed that, in advance of future reports to City Growth and Regeneration Committee and the Strategic Policy and Resources Committee, further consideration would be given by Party Group Leaders, at its meeting in June, 2026, on the next stages for determining the future use of the Assembly Rooms, development and funding strategy and the potential for a soft market testing exercise in relation to the assets adjoining the Assembly Rooms;  

iii.    noted that those matters would subsequently be brought back to the City Growth and Regeneration Committee and the Strategic Policy and Resources Committee as appropriate to consider the funding applications in the context of a strategic approach to funding for Council heritage projects, including the potential for the use of the Regeneration Framework, as previously agreed by the Council;

iv.    noted that the draft text for the interpretative panels would  ...  view the full minutes text for item 7.

The Director of City Regeneration and Development submitted for the Committee’s consideration a report which provided an update on the University of Ulster’s Economic Policy Unit (UUEPC) review of the Department for Communities’ (DfC) changes to Total Cost Indicator (TCI) and Housing Association Grant (HAG) rates, and which outlined the emerging implications for the delivery of social housing in Belfast, particularly within the city centre.

            During discussion, a Member highlighted the viability challenges which faced housing regeneration delivery across all tenures and stated the need for further engagement with Executive Ministers in respect of those challenges. The Director of City Regeneration and Development outlined the ongoing engagement with the UK Government as part of the Belfast Place Based Growth Proposition and the engagement undertaken by the Belfast City and Region Place Partnership with Executive Ministers in relation to the issues raised by the Member. At the request of the Member, the Director advised that a further report would be submitted to a future meeting in relation to next steps and the potential for further engagement with Executive Ministers on the viability challenges which had been highlighted.

            Accordingly, the Committee:

i.       noted the key findings and recommendations from the Ulster University Economic Policy Centre (UUEPC) review including the scale of housing need in Belfast, the cost pressures affecting delivery and the implications of the current Total Cost Indicators (TCI)/Housing Association Grant (HAG) model;

ii.     noted that the findings and recommendations were independent conclusions of the UUEPC;

iii.    noted that the UUEPC review was submitted to the Northern Ireland Housing Executive (NIHE), who was leading the Department for Communities’ (DfC) Subsidy Review which was scheduled to be completed by October, 2026;

iv.    noted that the DfC Subsidy Review would form a key part of the evidence base on the challenges of delivering social housing within the city;

v.     noted the wider engagement, which would include a Members’ workshop with the Northern Ireland Federation of Housing Associations (NIFHA) and Housing Associations to consider the UUEPC findings and identify the issues which the Subsidy Review must address;

vi.    noted that DfC did not release TCI grant?rate data, as requested by the Committee, as this information was restricted to DfC, NIHE and the Housing Associations, and was therefore unavailable to inform the UUEPC’s Review; and

vii.   agreed that a report be submitted to a future meeting in relation to next steps and future engagement with the Northern Ireland Executive on the housing viability challenges across all tenures within the city.

The Committee authorised for an outstanding account of £22,766.87 to be written off in accordance with Section M12 of the Council’s Financial Regulations.

The Committee noted an update on the performance of Belfast Zoo for Quarter 4 of 2025/26 which included information in relation to visitor numbers, education services, animal welfare and conservation, marketing and events, health and safety and financial performance.

The Committee considered an update on the performance of the Belfast Bikes Scheme for Quarter 4 of 2025/26, which included information in relation to the operator contract, operational performance, marketing activity, expansion of the scheme, and sponsorship.

            During discussion, in response to a Member’s request, the Strategic Director of Place and Economy advised that an update would be brought back in relation to engagement with other Council’s on the potential to expand the scheme beyond the city’s boundary.

            After discussion, the Committee noted the update on the performance of the Belfast Bikes Scheme for Quarter 4 of 2025/26.

The Director of Economic Development submitted for the Committee’s consideration a report which provided a performance and financial update of the city’s markets for Quarter 4 of 2025/26 and outlined the priority activity for Quarter 1 of 2026/27.

            The report also provided the Committee with an update on the Spring Market held in May, 2026, and on the 2026 Christmas Continental Market.

            The Committee also considered a request from the Clothes Cycle Ltd. to run a clothing recycle market at Newforge Sports Complex on 25th July, 2026.

            The Committee:

i.       noted the performance and financial update for Quarter 4 of 2025/26;

ii.     noted the priority activities for Quarter 1 of 2026/27 in line with the business plan;

iii.    noted the feedback on the 2026 Spring Market and the plans for the 2026 Christmas Continental Market; and

iv.    approved an external market licence for a Clothes Recycle Market to be held in the Newforge Sports Complex on 25th July, 2025.

The Committee considered a report which provided an update on the work to support the artist studio and workspace sector within the city and outlined a proposed action plan for artist workspaces for year one of a five-year action plan.

            The Committee:

i.       noted the contents of the report; and

ii.     approved the year one action plan for artist workspaces, as outlined within Appendix 1 of the report.

The Committee noted an update on the delivery of the 2026 Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann which was presented to the Strategic Policy and Resources Committee at its meeting on 22nd May, 2026.

The Committee considered a request from the Department for Infrastructure (DfI) to attend its next meeting in August, 2026, to provide an update on the potential reopening of lower Castle Street to public transport.

            During discussion, a number of Members raised concern regarding the potential reopening of lower Castle Street to public transport and DfI’s approach to pedestrianisation within the city centre. The Members highlighted that the reopening of the area to public transport would not align with the ‘A Bolder Vision for Belfast’ strategy, which was approved by the Committee at its meeting in April, 2026, and the proposed vision and objectives of DfI’s forthcoming Eastern Transport Plan.

            A Member also highlighted the need for the Department’s engagement with the business community within the area to take place in advance of DfI attending the Committee and suggested that, in addition to providing an update on the potential reopening of lower Castle Street, that the DfI officials who would be attending provide also an update on the position of the Eastern Transport Plan.

            After discussion, the Committee agreed to:

i.       receive a presentation from the Department for Infrastructure at its next meeting in August in relation to the potential reopening of lower Castle Street to public transport; and

ii.     request that the Department for Infrastructure also provide an update on the Eastern Transport Plan.

The Committee considered a report which advised that the undernoted motion in relation to silent fireworks, which was proposed by Councillor Flynn and seconded by Councillor Smyth, had been referred to the Committee for its consideration by the Standards and Business Committee at its meeting on 26th May, 2026.

“This Council recognises the distress caused by high-noise fireworks to many residents, including autistic people, those with sensory issues or PTSD, elderly residents, pets, livestock and wildlife.

Council notes that low-noise fireworks are increasingly used at public events and can provide the same visual impact while significantly reducing noise disruption to communities.

Accordingly, Council agrees to:

Explore the use of low-noise fireworks at Council-run and Council-funded events;

Include low-noise alternatives in future procurement processes;

Receive a report on implementation options and costs; and

Write to the Justice Minister calling for a review of fireworks legislation and the sale of high-noise fireworks in Northern Ireland.”

            The Committee noted that the notice of motion had been received and agreed that a report would be submitted to a future meeting which would outline a detailed consideration of the motion and any potential resource and financial implications.

            The Committee considered the following report:

            “1.0     Purpose of Report

1.1       The purpose of the report is to update the Committee on the consultation on the UK Government’s Local Growth Fund – the successor to Shared Prosperity Fund and to seek committee approval of a draft response to the consultation.

2.0       Recommendations

2.1       The Committee is asked to:

·       Consider and approve the draft response and agree that this is submitted to NIO

·       Note the update on the ‘Belfast Trailblazer’ that had been referenced in the June 2025 budget statement and agree to issue correspondence to NIO to seek clarity on their plans for this fund. 

3.0       Main Report

3.1       The Committee has previously received an update on the Local Growth Fund (LGF) – the successor to the Shared Prosperity Fund (SPF).  The report noted that there were a number of significant changes from SPF to LGF namely:

·       Management of the fund was to involve ‘collaborative working’ between the regional government departments, NIO and MHCLG (previously no involvement from regional government departments or NIO)

·       Funding was to move from a predominantly revenue-based budget to heavily capital-focused one (indicative split 66% capital; 34% revenue funding).

3.2       In December 2025, Belfast City Council lead officers on Go Succeed were advised by MHCLG that there was to be an allocation of £2.53million revenue funding from the Local Growth Fund for one year, representing an overall reduction of around 60% on the previous revenue allocation.  At the same time, all delivery partners that had previously led on the economic inactivity projects supported under the Shared Prosperity Fund from 2023-2026 were advised that their projects would also be extended for one year – but with a similar reduction in available budgets.  These are the only two elements of expenditure that have been allocated from the Local Growth Fund to date this year – and they represent the entirety of the available revenue funding for this period. 

3.3       NIO launched the consultation on the Local Growth Fund on 8 May 2026.  The consultation will close on 26 June 2026.  NIO expects to present a draft investment plan to Westminster before the recess period, with a similar plan being shared with the NI Executive in parallel.  Subject to these respective approvals, they will then begin the process of commissioning service delivery against the agreed priority areas.  The consultation seeks views on resource funding from 2027/28 to 2028/29 and capital funding from 2026/27 to 2028/29.  It does not seek to revisit the original decisions around the capital and resource split of the funding. 

3.4       The Local Growth Fund in NI will have a budget allocation of £129million funding over the next three years – an indicative allocation of £43million per annum.  The indicative annual breakdown is as follows:

            *Note – this £3.8million was allocated to North City Business Centre for the development of workspace in North Belfast.

3.5       The draft strategic  ...  view the full minutes text for item 16a

            The Director of City Regeneration and Development submitted for the Committee’s consideration the following report:

“1.0     Purpose of Report / Summary of Main Issues

1.1 The purpose of this report is to:

·       Update Committee on the Belfast City & Region Place Partnership (BCRPP) 2025 / 2026 programme.

·       Seek approval to extend Council’s involvement into the BCRPP to 2026 / 2027.

2.0 Recommendations

2.1 Members are asked to:

·       Note a presentation will be made at Committee from representatives from the Belfast City & Region Place Partnership (BCRPP).

·       Note the update on the BCRPP 2025 / 2026 programme as set out in this report.

·       Approve that officers continue to support the delivery of the BCRPP 2026 / 2027  programme including governance processes, administering programme funded expenditure and entering into associated contracts on behalf of and with oversight from the Taskforce, and in line with Council's procurement processes.

·       Approve Council investment (from existing and approved City Regeneration and Development Budget) as part of the wider public private sector partnership contribution towards the delivery of the BCRPP 2026 / 2027 programme.

·       Approve attendance by senior officers at MIPIM 2027 as part of the BCRPP 2026 / 2027 programme, noting that the BCRPP presence at MIPIM will be funded from the wider public-private sector BCRPP programme budget.

·       Approve attendance of the Chair of the City Growth & Regeneration Committee and the Council’s nominated Elected Member / Chair of the BRCD Council Panel, or their nominated representatives, to attend UKREiiF 2027 as part of the BCRPP 2026 / 2027 programme, noting that the BCRPP presence at UKREiiF 2027 will be funded from the wider public-private sector BCRPP programme budget.

3.0 Background

3.1 The Belfast City & Region Place Partnership (BCRPP) is a joint public–private initiative delivering a structured programme of work to attract inclusive investment that supports regeneration, infrastructure development, and a modern built environment for Belfast and the wider City Region.

3.2 The Partnership is supported by a broad coalition of public, private and anchor institutions, including Belfast City Council, all Belfast Region City Deal partner councils, Belfast Harbour, Translink, Queen’s University Belfast, and representatives from the local development and regeneration sector.

3.3 Members will recall that this Committee agreed in May 2026 to receive a presentation from representatives of the BCRPP in June 2026. The purpose of the presentation is to update Members on the 2025/2026 programme of work and the proposed approach to the 2026/2027 programme, including priority issues and objectives for the Partnership moving forward.

3.4 Members may also recall that BCRPP representatives presented to this Committee in June 2025. The Committee subsequently approved Council participation in the 2025/2026 Programme of Work, as part of a wider public–private sector approach and recommended the establishment of a Community Forum/Reference Group. This was intended to provide a mechanism for engagement between the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) Sectoral Advisory Panel (for Community Planning) and BCRPP partners.

3.5 In terms of context, Belfast City Council has, for over a decade, worked collaboratively with public and private sector partners  ...  view the full minutes text for item 18.

The Senior Manager for Culture and Tourism provided the Committee with an update on the planning and preparation for the 2026 Culture Night for Belfast, which would take place on 18th September, 2026.

            The Senior Manager highlighted the update in respect of the programme development and engagement, which included an open call for participation in the 2026 Culture Night, which had opened on 1st June, 2026, targeted communication to the cultural sector, and a programme of scheduled in-person information and planning sessions.

            She highlighted that, to further strengthen the geographic spread and sustainability of Culture Night, officers would explore opportunities to enhance engagement with Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) across the city. She advised the Committee that officers would continue to engage with the Department for Communities regarding potential funding support for Culture Night.

            The Committee noted the update.

            The Committee considered the following report:

“1.0     Purpose of Report / Summary of Main Issues

1.1 To provide members with a report and overview of the 2025 festive lighting scheme and update on ongoing planning for 2026 provision

2.0 Recommendations

2.1 Note the contents of this report

3.0 Main Report

3.1 Background and Programme Context

      The Culture Team currently led on the delivery of the Council’s Christmas Lighting Scheme, working in partnership with appointed contractors, Business Improvement Districts (BIDs), Estates and Property teams, and private landowners to deliver a city centre-wide festive lighting programme.

      In March 2025, a new tender was issued inviting proposals from contractors to deliver the city’s Christmas lighting provision. This procurement process reflected a shift in approach, recognising the importance of festive lighting not only as seasonal decoration, but as a strategic cultural and economic intervention supporting city centre vitality.

      The tender placed particular emphasis on the role of Christmas lighting in contributing to economic growth, reinforcing Belfast City Centre’s position as a major retail, leisure and cultural destination, encouraging increased footfall, and enhancing the overall visitor experience during the peak winter trading period.

      This approach aligns with the broader principles of the City’s Lighting Strategy, which positions lighting as a core component of public realm quality, place identity, safety, and the activation of the night-time economy.

3.2 Strategic Objectives of the Christmas Lighting Scheme

      One of the core objectives of the Christmas Lighting Programme is to improve connectivity and coherence across the city centre, creating strong visual and experiential linkages between key destinations, including:

·       Belfast Christmas Market at City Hall

·       Victoria Square Shopping Centre

·       CastleCourt Shopping Centre

·       Primary pedestrian corridors such as Royal Avenue and Donegall Place

      The lighting scheme is therefore not intended as a series of isolated installations, but as a coordinated city centre network that supports pedestrian movement, wayfinding, and dwell time across multiple retail, leisure and cultural anchors.

3.3 2025 Programme Delivery and Performance

      The 2025 installation was implemented across a significantly expanded footprint of the city. While the scheme was successfully delivered and well received, several infrastructure and operational issues impacted installation timelines. These included upgrade requirements of power supplies, timeliness of external agency approvals, issues incurred with private supply feeds, constraints due to construction on buildings with infrastructure points.

      Despite these operational challenges BCC officers worked well with suppliers to secure the necessary approvals and alternative power sources or locations where required

      2025 Infrastructure Uplift and Enhancements

      As part of the 2025 programme uplift, Department for Infrastructure (DfI) lighting columns were upgraded in line with current electrical and safety standards. This enabled the safe addition of column-mounted Christmas lighting features across the city centre.

      Additional lighting was installed along Royal Avenue, including illumination of street trees. This intervention was widely recognised by BIDs and private landowners as having a positive impact on the inner city core, contributing to improved ambience and increased evening activity.

      New lighting curtain installations were introduced on Castle Place and Fountain Lane, alongside colour-controlled  ...  view the full minutes text for item 20.

The Committee considered a report which provided an update on the delivery of the UNESCO City of Music programme of activity and the progress across accessibility initiatives, community engagement, international partnerships and sector support.

            Further to the Committee’s decision at its meeting in April, 2026, to approve the priority work areas and budget allocations of the Culture, Tourism and Events Workplan for 2026/27, which included an allocation for additional UNESCO City of Music activity, the report also outlined a breakdown of the proposed additional activity and associated allocations for the Committee’s consideration.

            The Committee:

i.       noted the contents of the report; and

ii.     approved the additional aspects of the UNESCO City of Music 2026/27 Workplan delivery, as set out within Appendix 1 of the report.

The Director of Economic Development submitted for the Committee’s consideration a draft Council response, set out within Appendix 1 of the report, to the Department for Communities’ consultation on museums policy.

            The Senior Manager for Culture and Tourism advised the Committee that, should the draft response be approved, it would be submitted to the Department for Communities by the consultation deadline, with the caveat that it would be subject to ratification by the Council at its meeting on 1st July, 2026.

            The Committee:

i.       noted the contents of report; and

ii.     approved the draft Council response to the consultation, as set out in Appendix 1 of the report, and that it would be submitted to the Department for Communities by the consultation deadline, subject to Council ratification at its meeting on 1st July, 2026.

The Strategic Director of Place and Economy submitted for the Committee’s consideration a report which provided a copy of the Committee’s End-of-Year Performance Report for 2025/26.

            At its meeting in April, 2026, the Committee had approved a draft Committee Plan for 2026/27, subject to additional performance information being submitted to a future meeting. Accordingly, a final Committee Plan for 2026/27 which included performance information was submitted for the Committee’s consideration.

            The Committee:

i.       noted the contents of the Committee Plan’s End of Year Report for 2025/26; and

ii.     approved the performance section of the Committee Plan for 2026/27.

The Committee noted the update in relation to the Notices of Motion and Issues Raised in Advance which it was responsible for, as set out within Appendix 1 of the report.

            The Committee approved and adopted the minutes of the meeting of the Zoo Long-Term Financial Sustainability Group of 27th May, 2026.