Decision details
Authority to enter into a grant agreement with National Art Collections Fund (operating as Art Fund) for the Hibiscus Rising Sculpture by Yinka Shonibare.
Reference: D56387
Decision Maker: Director of City Development
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Is Key decision?: No
Is subject to call in?: No
Decision:
The Chief Officer, Culture and Economy has
authorised the Council to enter into a grant agreement with Art
Fund for “Hisibcus Rising” by Yinka Shonibare on terms
summarised in the report for a grant of £200,000. This
funding is a contribution towards the cost of fabrication and
installation of the Shonibare sculpture in Meadow Lane Green Space,
as part of the LEEDS 2023 Year of Culture programme.
Wards Affected: (All Wards);
Contact: Karen Murgatroyd 0113 378 8531 Email: karen.murgatroyd@leeds.gov.uk.
Publication date: 18/05/2023
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