Issue - decisions

Authority to enter into a grant agreement with Arts Council England for Hibiscus Rising

08/03/2023 - Authority to enter into a grant agreement with Arts Council England for Hibiscus Rising

The Chief Officer Culture and Economy has authorised the City Council to enter into a grant agreement ref: NLPG-00593209 with Arts Council England for “Hisibcus Rising – new public artwork to achieve positive social impact” on terms summarised in the report for a grant of £105,000. 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.