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RESOLVED that Cabinet:
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(a)          
Approves the BCP Seafront Strategy 2024 subject to the agreed
amendment being incorporated; and
(b)          
Delegates authority to the Chief Operations Officer, in
consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Connected Communities,
to identify specific events zones within the Seafront Strategy
character areas (see 4.3)
Voting: Unanimous
Portfolio Holder: Deputy
Leader and Portfolio Holder for Connected Communities
Finance
Reasons
Supports the Corporate Plan priorities
for:

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Our green spaces flourish and support the wellbeing of both people
and nature

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Climate change is tackled through sustainable policies and
practice

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Our communities have pride in our streets, neighbourhoods and
public spaces

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People and places are connected by sustainable and modern
infrastructure

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Working together, everyone feels safe and secure

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Our inclusive, vibrant and sustainable economy supports our
communities to thrive

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Revitalised high streets and regenerated key sites create new
opportunities

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Employment is available for everyone and helps create value in our
communities

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Local communities shape the services that matter to them

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High quality of life for all, where people can be active, healthy
and independent
In addition, the Strategy:

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Provides a clear vision to guide attracting external investment in
infrastructure, public spaces, health and well-being, the
environment, and places to eat, drink and stay within the context
of the Council’s limited scope for direct
investment  

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Provides a projects prioritisation framework to support investment
to grow and diversify the offer and protect and increase revenue
streams

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Provides a guide to attract commercial leisure investment

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Provides a strategic context for seafront development to support
future planning applications