Agenda item

The Cabinet received a report of the Corporate Director of Regeneration, Economy and Growth which presented information on the Lumiere 2019 evaluation and the early plans for Lumiere 2021 (for copy see file of minutes).

Councillor Allen, Portfolio Holder for Transformation, Culture and Tourism, highlighted that the evaluation of Lumiere 2019 showed an overwhelming positive response from the public.  Councillor Allen added that the event is not only a light festival, but also an important community development programme and a significant economic engine for the county.  Careful planning will be undertaken for Lumiere 2021, which will include consideration of the context of the current pandemic. 

Resolved:

That the report be noted.