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 5^th March 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 Neighbourhood and Environmental Services provides a verbal update on PSPO 2.

The Director of Neighbourhood and Environmental Services submits a report providing an update on Leicester’s involvement in Sport England’s Place Expansion programme and sets out details of a Full Award bid that has been submitted to Sport England on 27 March 2026.

The Director of Tourism Culture and Economy submits a report providing  Members with an overview of Leicester Riverside Festival, including its history, location, activities, partnerships, and recent development. The report also outlines how the festival has evolved and its current strategic relevance to the city.

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