Decision - Outdoor Events - Parks and Open Spaces 2023

RESOLVED: That Committee: 1. Granted landlord's consent (subject to the execution of a formal agreement) for each of the proposed events listed in Appendix 1. 2. Authorised officers to enter into formal agreements with event organisers to determine conditions, fees and levels of support as appropriate. 3. Agreed to move the approval process for the programme to a 6-monthly process allowing additional time for due diligence in event planning. 4. Authorised the Executive Director, Economy, Environment & Culture, after consultation with the Chair of the committee and opposition spokespersons, to make any significant alterations to the events programme as necessary including approving new applications in accordance with the Outdoor Events Strategy 2019-2024 and cancelling events if required.

The appendix lists planned public outdoor events in Brighton and Hove, including sports events, festivals, funfairs, parades, fundraisers and community celebrations. Events are scheduled across venues including parks, seafront locations, squares and recreation grounds, with estimated audiences provided for some events.