Issue - meetings
Major Events
Meeting: 24/03/2020 - Cabinet (Item 139)
139 Major Events Programme - Tour of Britain Cycling 
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Report of the Service Director, Commercialisation and Improvement
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Consideration has been given to hosting the Tour of Britain (cycling event) in Gateshead in 2020. |
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That participation in the Tour of Britain cycling event by hosting a stage in Gateshead in 2020 be approved. |
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The above decision has been made for the following reasons: |
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To cement Gateshead’s reputation as a host of major international sporting events and support the delivery of Gateshead’s Culture Strategy. |
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To support delivery of the Council’s Thrive Agenda and priorities. |
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To increase participation in sports, notably cycling, through a strategic approach to cycling in Gateshead. |