Decision
Analysis
outcome: Recommendations Approved
summary: The decision is about providing a contribution of £5000 to Stratford-upon-Avon Town Council for the renovations and celebrations of the 200th anniversary of the opening of the Stratford Tramway.
topline: The UK council has decided to provide a £5000 contribution to Stratford-upon-Avon Town Council for the 200th anniversary celebrations of the Stratford Tramway.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves funding for celebrations and renovations, which could be seen as unnecessary or a misuse of funds by some stakeholders.
affected_stakeholders: ["Stratford-upon-Avon Town Council", "Shipston-on-Stour Council", "Moreton-in-Marsh Council", "Local residents", "Visitors to the town", "SDC"]
contentiousness_score: 5
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://democracy.stratford.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=4211
Decision Maker:
Outcome: Recommendations Approved
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: No
Purpose:
Content: To provide a contribution of £5000 to Stratford-upon-Avon Town (STC) Council to be used for part funding of the renovations and celebrations planned to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the opening of the Stratford Tramway. The historic Stratford Tramway connects Stratford-upon-Avon with Shipston-on-Stour and Moreton-in-Marsh. Part of the Tramway and the historic wagon fall within the ownership of SDC. As part of the planned celebrations, co-ordinated by STC, these assets will be improved, and events organised to commemorate the tramway. The celebrations will mark a significant anniversary for Stratford, engender community spirit, attract visitors to the town and support the wider economy. It will also be used to improve the condition of SDC assets. 1. Conducting our own events to celebrate this occasion; or 2. Refusing to participate in the celebrations.
Date of Decision: July 30, 2026