Minutes:
The Leader congratulated all those involved in Lumiere, which had attracted 240,000 visitors over a four night period. The economic assessment of the event was yet to be carried out. Durham had also hosted the 2017 LUCI Annual General Meeting, a three day event which attracted worldwide delegates and a one day Lumiere Durham Conference.
A video presentation of Lumiere, which contained some 29 light installations, was shown to Council.
The Leader informed Council that following Lumiere he had written to all partners to thank them for their support during the event, including the police, fire and rescue service, funders, staff, volunteers and Artichoke.
The Leader congratulated those who had been successful at this year’s Environment Awards, Best Bar None awards and Durham City retail awards.
In concluding, the Leader wished all Members and officers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.