Decision details

RESOLVED

That the Executive:

1.     Notes the recommendation of Overview & Scrutiny to reconsider the decision not to open Teignmouth Lido in 2026.

2.     Agrees to the ambition of opening Teignmouth Lido in the 2026 season, subject to any necessary maintenance and repair works to the site and the recruitment of staff.

3.     Instructs officers to seek legal advice regarding procurement and Asset of Community Value (ACV) compliance.

4.     Agrees that any proposal for community operation must:

A)    follow a transparent and fair process.

B)    comply with the Localism Act 2011.

C)   comply with the Procurement Act 2023.

5.     Notes that no binding commitment to transfer, lease or exclusive operation shall be entered into until legal and procurement compliance is confirmed.