Decision details

Purpose of Report: To set out responses to the public consultation on the future options for the Burnholme College site when the school closes in the summer and will put forward plans to develop the site as a Health and Community Hub.

Members are asked to:

·         Note the results of the community consultation on future options for the Burnholme site

·         Decide on the preferred option and;

·         Agree the procurement of a development partner and delivery arrangements to take this forward.

Resolved:  That Cabinet agree to:

(i)           Note the interim arrangements for the operation of the Burnholme site following the closure of the school.

(ii)          Note the results of the public engagement.

(iii)        Approve the procurement of a development partner to develop the site as a Community Health and Wellbeing Hub.

Reason:      To deliver a sustainable community facility on the Burnholme site and support corporate priorities with respect to Building Strong communities and Protecting Vulnerable people.