Decision details

Bonfire Events

Reference: D56654

Decision Maker: Director of Communities, Housing & Environment

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: No

Is subject to call in?: No

Decision:

The Director of Communities, Housing and Environment gave approval to cease bonfire and firework displays at Bramley Park, East End Park, Middleton Park, Roundhay Park, Springhead Park and Woodhouse Moor, in line with the budgetary savings proposals agreed by Full Council at their meeting on 22 February 2023 along with other environmental concerns raised.

The Director of Communities, Housing and Environment noted that a £30k budget is available from 2023/24 in Safer, Stronger Communities to support diversionary activities and help prevent anti-social behaviour.

Wards Affected: Various;

Contact: Polly Cook, Chief Officer Climate, Energy and Green Spaces Email: polly.cook@leeds.gov.uk.

Publication date: 02/08/2023

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