Decision

The Cabinet has decided to approve the release of £75,000 from general fund reserves for the Novium Museum audio visual project and the conservation of the lead coffin.

Analysis

outcome: The outcome of the decision was to approve the release of funds as stated.

summary: The decision involves approving the release of £75,000 from general fund reserves to fund the Novium Museum audio visual project and the conservation of the lead coffin.

topline: The Cabinet has decided to approve the release of £75,000 from general fund reserves for the Novium Museum audio visual project and the conservation of the lead coffin.

reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves allocating a significant amount of money from general fund reserves for specific projects.

affected_stakeholders: ["Cabinet members", "Novium Museum staff", "Local residents"]

contentiousness_score: 6

political_party_relevance: There may be implications of political influence as the decision involves allocation of public funds.

URL: https://chichester.moderngov.co.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=3469

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose: Funding for replacement of the AV equipment on the ground floor of the Novium Museum and for essential conservation work for the museum's 4th Century Roman lead coffin.

Content: RESOLVED   Cabinet approve the release of £75,000 from general fund reserves to fund the Novium Museum audio visual project and the conservation of the lead coffin.  

Date of Decision: September 2, 2025