Decision details

"The Connected Borough: Destination, Creation And Inclusion" An Arts Strategy For Hammersmith & Fulham 2016-2022

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: Yes

Is subject to call in?: No

Purpose:

Hammersmith and Fulham is home to a cutting edge and vibrant arts and culture scene. We want to grow our dynamic and diverse landscape so that the creativity, production and skills development of the arts boosts our creative economy. In this paper we highlight the economic benefits of being a destination for the creative industries and the health and social benefits of participating in and creating art - from singing with dementia patients to offering diversionary activities for troubled teenagers. We also summarise our progress to date and set out our suggested actions and priorities for the future.

Decision:

1     To agree the arts strategy for Hammersmith & Fulham 2016-2022 “THE CONNECTED BOROUGH: DESTINATION, CREATION AND INCLUSION”.

 

2     To agree the action plan as part of the arts strategy and to commence implementation immediately.

 

Report author: Donna Pentelow

Publication date: 06/09/2016

Date of decision: 05/09/2016

Decided at meeting: 05/09/2016 - Cabinet

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