Decision details

THAT the Leader of the Council:

1)   Authorises the temporary closure, of the Bonington Theatre from 5^th November 2020.

2)   Authorises the temporary closure, of the Council’s Leisure Centres from 5^th November 2020, save for the use of any centres for school activities as detailed in the report.

3)   Authorises the temporary closure of all outdoor gyms in Council parks and open spaces from 5^th November 2020.

4)   Authorises, the temporary closure of tennis courts at Conway Road and Oakdale Road from 5^th November 2020.

5)   Delegates authority to the Director responsible for Arnold Market to agree any necessary restrictions on the operation of Arnold Market to ensure compliance with the Regulations, as detailed in this report.

6)    Delegates authority to the relevant Director in consultation with the Leader of the Council to reopen the facilities closed as a result of the Regulations, once permitted by further regulation.

7)    Delegates authority to the Director responsible for Leisure Services to take all necessary operational decisions and measures to facilitate the closure of Leisure facilities.

To ensure compliance with the Regulations.

There is no alternative to closure of these facilities as to keep them open would be contrary to the Regulations, (save where certain exceptions apply) and may lead to enforcement action being taken against the Council. Leisure Centres can continue to provide facilities in respect of education, for example school swimming lessons, however this is not viable. As would require premises to remain open for only very limited demand.

The decision could be taken to close Arnold Market, however this would be going beyond the requirements of the Regulations and is disproportionate provided the stalls operating are regulated to ensure compliance with the Regulations.