Support

Representation ID: 25578

Received: 21/02/2019

Respondent: Theatres Trust

Supportive of this policy although consider that arts and cultural facilities might be brought into this policy.

Welcome that there is additional policy provided regarding public houses which face unique challenges compared to other types of community facilities. As well as providing spaces for community meeting, pubs can provide vital spaces for performance at grass-roots level and enhance access to cultural activity.

Object

Representation ID: 25670

Received: 08/03/2019

Respondent: NHS Property Services Ltd

DM23 - Protection and Provision of of Community Facilities restricts the loss or change of existing Community Facilities. NHSPS objects as the NHS requires flexibility in its estate to ensure that unneeded or unsuitable sites may be disposed of for their best value. Policies which aim to prevent the loss of or change of use, where healthcare is included are considered overly onerous and inflexible. Other rigorous tests exist overseen by NHS commissioners. An alternative wording is offered that would allow NHS support for the policy.