The Alexandra Park and Palace Board meeting scheduled for 30 July 2026 was to cover a range of financial and operational matters. The agenda included a review of the Chief Executive's progress report and the Trustees' Annual Report and Financial Statements for 2025-2026. The board was also scheduled to discuss policy updates, specifically the Safeguarding Policy, and a programme report on the BBC Television Service's 90th anniversary celebrations.

Chief Executive Charitable Trust Progress Report

The meeting was scheduled to receive an update on the progress of the Alexandra Park and Palace Charitable Trust (APPCT) for the financial year 2026/27. The report was expected to detail achievements and delivery milestones against the Trust's strategic goals, including providing entertainment and culture, building climate change resilience, protecting heritage assets, and safeguarding the green lung of London. Specific areas of focus included the delivery of entertainment and cultural programming, energy efficiency improvements, maintenance and refurbishment projects, biodiversity efforts in the park, and the protection and sharing of archives. The report was also to cover community engagement initiatives, such as the North London Book Fest and Biblio-Buzz Children's Book Awards, and talent development programmes. Furthermore, it was to outline progress in strengthening the organisation's resilience through fundraising and partnership development, as well as efforts to restore derelict spaces and create a positive working environment.

Trustees' Annual Report & Financial Statements 2025-2026

The board was to be presented with the draft Trustees' Annual Report and Financial Statements for the year ending 31 March 2026 for signing and submission to the Charity Commission. The report was expected to provide a comprehensive overview of the Trust's financial performance and standing, including details on income, expenditure, and net movement in funds. It was also to include the Directors' Strategic Report, outlining the performance of Alexandra Palace Trading Ltd, and the Independent Auditor's Report. The financial statements were to detail the consolidated and Trust balance sheets, as well as the consolidated statement of cash flows.

Finance Report

A finance report was scheduled to be presented, focusing on the 2026/27 forecast against the budget for the Alexandra Park and Palace Charitable Trust. The report was expected to highlight financial challenges such as economic uncertainty, rising operational costs, and labour market pressures, and outline mitigation strategies including car park charges, increased fundraising targets, and new leases and tenants. Operational efficiencies and strategic investments in people, technology, and estate maintenance were also to be discussed. The report aimed to seek approval from the Trustees to adopt the current forecast as the revised budget for the remainder of the year.

Policy Updates: Safeguarding Policy

The board was scheduled to review and potentially approve updates to the Safeguarding Policy. These updates were in response to legislative changes, including the Statutory Guidance Working Together to Safeguard Children (2023), Keeping Children Safe in Education (updated September 2025), and Care and Support Statutory Guidance (updated July 2025). The revised policy was also to include a new section on contractor, partner, and volunteer responsibilities, and amendments to the Designated Safeguarding Lead's responsibilities.

BBC Television Service Broadcasting at 90 Programme Report

A report was to be presented on the plans to celebrate the 90th anniversary of the BBC television service broadcast from Alexandra Palace. The programme, themed around Innovation, was intended to engage a broader audience with the site's television heritage through talks, screenings, displays, tours, and learning activities. Collaborations with the Creative Learning department were planned, including performances by the AP Young Actors Company and the Ally Pally Ensemble. The report was also to detail the unveiling of a World Origin Site plaque on 2 November to mark the anniversary.

Minutes and Feedback from Committees

The board was scheduled to confirm the unrestricted minutes of the Alexandra Palace and Park Board meeting held on 11th June 2026. Additionally, minutes from the Alexandra Park and Palace Advisory Committee and the Alexandra Palace and Park Consultative Committee meetings held on 18th June 2026 were to be received, with any recommendations from these committees to be considered.

Other Items

The agenda also included items on filming at meetings, apologies for absence, declarations of interest, questions, deputations or petitions, and urgent business. Provisions were made for the exclusion of press and public for certain agenda items containing exempt information. The dates of future meetings were also to be confirmed.