Decision
Analysis
outcome: The outcome of the decision was to award a three-year contract with an option to extend for two 12-month periods to Polka Dot Pantomimes Ltd.
summary: The decision is about awarding a contract to Polka Dot Pantomimes Ltd to deliver an annual Christmas Pantomime at Cornerstone Arts Centre.
topline: The Cabinet has decided to award a contract to Polka Dot Pantomimes Ltd to deliver an annual Christmas Pantomime at Cornerstone Arts Centre.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves selecting a specific company to deliver a public event, which could raise concerns about fairness and competition.
affected_stakeholders: ["Polka Dot Pantomimes Ltd", "Cornerstone Arts Centre", "Head of Communities"]
contentiousness_score: 5
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://democratic.southoxon.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1038
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: Yes
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose: To approve procurement of pantomime delivery contract at Cornerstone.
Content: RESOLVED: That Cabinet (a) Award a three-year contract (with an option to extend for two 12- month periods) to Polka Dot Pantomimes Ltd to deliver an annual Christmas Pantomime at Cornerstone Arts Centre from December 2025. (b) Delegate authority to the Head of Communities to finalise the terms and enter a contract with Polka Dot Pantomimes Ltd.
Date of Decision: July 10, 2025