Agenda

To issue a welcome to those present, and to confirm if there are any apologies for absence.

Members will be asked to declare any interests they may have in the business to be discussed.

The minutes of the meeting of the Culture and Neighbourhoods Scrutiny Commission held on Thursday 22^nd January 2026 have been circulated, and Members will be asked to confirm them as a correct record.

The Chair is invited to make any announcements as they see fit. 

Any questions, representations and statements of case submitted in accordance with the Council’s procedures will be reported.

Any petitions received in accordance with Council procedures will be reported.

The Director of Tourism Culture and Economy submits a report to provide an update on the delivery of the Museums and Galleries Strategy, focusing upon operational changes at Abbey Pumping Station and Newarke Houses Museum.

The Director of Neighbourhoods and Environmental Services submits a report on progress with selective licensing schemes in the city.

The Director of Neighbourhood & Environmental Services and the Head of Safer Communities will give a presentation providing an update on the development of a Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) for the outer city areas.

The Director of Corporate Services submits a report setting out the details of the Government’s Pride in Place Programme (PiPP), including information on compliance, mobilisation, governance, and early groundwork actions required for this long-term initiative.

Members of the Commission will be asked to consider the work programme and make suggestions for additional items as it considers necessary.