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OPTIONS FOR THE FUTURE OF THE MUSEUM

Meeting: 13/01/2026 - Community and Wellbeing Committee (Item 4.)

4. Options for the Future of the Museum pdf icon PDF 428 KB

This report presents an appraisal of three strategic options for the future of Bourne Hall museum, drawing on findings from the Bourne Hall museum service review and the culture peer challenge report. The museum is a valued cultural asset with significant potential, but faces challenges in relevance, accessibility, and sustainability.

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Decision:

The Committee unanimously resolved to:

(1)      Option 2: Invest in improvement of the Museum (should option 2 be agreed a funding request will go to Strategy and Resources Committee March 2026 for consideration). In the event that Strategy and Resources Committee do not approve said funding, instead do nothing and carry on with business as usual.