Decision

The Cabinet has decided to establish Harlow as a cultural capital and create a heritage and culture grant scheme.

Analysis

outcome: Cabinet approved the framework 'Rebuild: Reimagine - establishing Harlow as a cultural capital' and the use of £55,000 for a grant scheme.

summary: The decision involves establishing Harlow as a cultural capital and creating a heritage and culture grant scheme.

topline: The Cabinet has decided to establish Harlow as a cultural capital and create a heritage and culture grant scheme.

reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves allocating funds and potentially changing the cultural landscape of the area, which could impact local stakeholders.

affected_stakeholders: ["Local residents", "Artists and cultural organizations in Harlow"]

contentiousness_score: 6

political_party_relevance: There are no mentions of political parties or political influence on the decision.

URL: https://moderngov.harlow.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1064

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose:

Content: RESOLVED that Cabinet approved:   A     The framework ‘Rebuild: Reimagine - establishing Harlow as a cultural capital’, attached as Appendix A to the report.   B     The use of £55,000 from discretionary services fund to create a heritage and culture grant scheme.

Date of Decision: July 10, 2025