Issue - meetings

Members were updated on the financial position of the leisure centre following the impact of the covid pandemic. Representatives of Places Leisure were in attendance, along with the council’s specialist consultant. It was noted that the pandemic had had a direct impact on the trading position of leisure centres nationally with Hinckley leisure centre being no exception. However, Hinckley leisure centre had seen an improved trading position resulting from the excellent collaboration between HBBC and Places Leisure, although not to pre-pandemic levels. It was noted that the contract fee position offered for 2022/23, whilst below the contract position, was the most favourable offered nationally by Places Leisure, reflecting its confidence in the centre. It was

RESOLVED – the financial position for 21/22 be noted and the proposal for 22/23 acknowledged.