The Director of Regeneration reported upon the final outcome of the successful remodelling of the main sports building at the Oval Sports Centre.

RESOLVED: That

(1)  the achievements gained through the remodelling and refurbishment works undertaken at the Oval Sports Centre be noted;

(2)  the increased construction costs and fees on the project, as outlined in section 5.0 of the report, be approved and a variation to the Capital Programme to cover the costs, in the sum of £609,685, be agreed; and

(3)  the changes and enhancements made to the Council’s tendering procedures for major construction schemes be noted.