NOTICE OF MEETING. A MEETING of the PROVOST S PANEL will be held in the BRUCE ROOM, OLD VIEWFORTH, STIRLING on TUESDAY 23 AUGUST 2016 at am.

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1 NOTICE OF MEETING A MEETING of the PROVOST S PANEL will be held in the BRUCE ROOM, OLD VIEWFORTH, STIRLING on TUESDAY 23 AUGUST 2016 at am. B U S I N E S S IAIN STRACHAN Chief Governance Officer Clerk to the Council 17 August APOLOGIES AND SUBSTITUTIONS 2. DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST 3. URGENT BUSINESS BROUGHT FORWARD BY THE CHAIR 4. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING:- Provost s Panel 17 May 2016 (Pages 1-4) 5. APPLICATION TO THE STIRLING COMMON GOOD FUND GUARDIANS OF SCOTLAND TRUST Report by Chief Officer Governance (Localities & Infrastructure) (Pages 5-12) 6. SMITH ART GALLERY & MUSEUM FUNDING Report by Chief Officer Finance (Localities & Infrastructure) (Pages 13-16) 7. INVESTMENT OF COMMON GOOD FUND BALANCES Report by Chief Officer Finance (Localities & Infrastructure) (Pages 17-22) 8. INTERNATIONAL LINKS: CULTURAL EXCHANGE UPDATE HENAN PROVENCE, CHINA Report by Chief Officer Governance (Localities & Infrastructure) (Pages 23-26) (For further information contact Jean Houston Tel: )

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3 1 THIS REPORT RELATES TO ITEM 4 ON THE AGENDA STIRLING COUNCIL MINUTES of MEETING of the PROVOST S PANEL held in the BRUCE ROOM, OLD VIEWFORTH, STIRLING on TUESDAY 17 MAY 2016 at am Present: Provost Mike ROBBINS (in the Chair) Bailie Violet WEIR Bailie Fergus WOOD Bailie Mark RUSKELL Councillor Graham HOUSTON In Attendance: Emma-Louise Love, Trainee Accounts Assistant, Corporate Operations David Mackay, Accounting Team Leader, Corporate Operations Jean Houston, Committee Officer, Governance & Resources (Clerk) Also in attendance: Elspeth King, Director of the Stirling Smith Art Gallery & Museum PV170 APOLOGIES AND SUBSTITUTIONS Apologies for absence were received from Bailie Neil Benny. PV171 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST There were no declarations of interest. PV172 URGENT BUSINESS BROUGHT FORWARD BY THE CHAIR There were no items of urgent business. PV173 MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING Provost Panel 16 February 2016 The minutes were approved as a correct record of the proceedings.

4 2 PV174 BRIDGE OF ALLAN COMMON GOOD FUND FINANCIAL UPDATE This report updated members of the Provost s Panel on the Bridge of Allan Common Good Fund final outturn for 2015/16, which showed net income for the year of 1,698 and a balance sheet position of 405,758. Income on investments amounting to 3,198 had been received in the year and a payment of 1,500 had been made to Bridge of Allan community Council to meet costs of play park equipment. Decision The Panel agreed: - 1. to note the final outturn for 2015/16, which showed net income for the year of 1,698 and a balance sheet position of 405,758 (Reference: Report by Director of Corporate Operations, dated 27 April 2016, submitted) PV175 DUNBLANE COMMON GOOD FUND FINANCIAL UPDATE This report updated members of the Provost s Panel on the Dunblane Common Good Fund final outturn position for 2015/16, which showed net income for the year of 9,639 and a balance sheet position of 35,519. Income, in addition to that on investments, had been received during the year from the Registers of Scotland as compensation for loss of land at Laighills Park, Dunblane that was incorporated into another title deed. In response to questions from Members, the Accounting Team Leader agreed to investigate and circulate information regarding a second parcel of land in Dunblane. He also agreed to circulate an update on work being undertaken on the Register of Common Good assets in burghs. Decision The Panel agreed: - 1. to note final outturn for 2015/16, which showed net income for the year of 9,639 and a balance sheet position of 35,519. (Reference: Report by Director of Corporate Operations, dated 27 April 2016, submitted) PV176 INVESTMENT OF COMMON GOOD FUND BALANCES This report provided information on the options available for investing the balances on the Bridge of Allan and Dunblane Common Good Funds.

5 3 Advice had been sought from the Council s Treasury Management consultants on institutions offering the highest rate of interest whilst still meeting the objectives and complying with the terms of the Council s Treasury Management Strategy. Lloyds Banking Group plc continued to offer the highest rate of interest and it was proposed to re-invest the sum in a Fixed Term Deposit, less amounts to meet annual expenditure, for a period of 6 months. Should the position change prior to maturity of the bond, the proposal would be to invest with the institution offering the highest rate of interest whilst still meeting the objectives and complying with the terms of the Council s Treasury Management Strategy. Decision The Panel agreed to: - 1. consider investing the Bridge of Allan and Dunblane Common Good Fund balances, less amounts to meet annual expenditure, in a fixed term deposit for a period of 6 months with Lloyds Banking Group PLC; and 2. note that the interest rates being used are the current rates being offered and are subject to change at the point of investment. (Reference: Report by Director of Corporate Operations, dated 27 April 2016, submitted) PV177 SMITH ART GALLERY & MUSEUM EXPENDITURE REPORT Members of the Provost s Panel were invited to note the interim report from the Director of the Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum reviewing the Common Good Fund s contribution to the Smith. Stirling Common Good Fund purchases made during the year totalled 14, Two of the purchases had been made with support from other funding bodies. The Director of the Stirling Smith reported that she was putting together an application to have the collection at the Smith recognised as one of national importance. This status would be significant in helping future funding and development of the Stirling Smith Art Gallery & Museum. The Director of the Stirling Smith also briefed Members on the recent visit by a delegation from Henan Province, Central China and the potential for a cultural exchange. It was agreed that a report on potential costs, funding and support of such a cultural exchange should be included on the agenda for the meeting of the Provost s Panel in August. Decision The Panel agreed: - 1. to note the report from the Director of the Smith Art Gallery and Museum reviewing the Common Good Fund s contribution to the Smith. (Reference: Report by Director of Corporate Operations, dated 26 April 2016, submitted)

6 4 PV178 PROVOST S CIVIC AWARDS The 2016 Provost s Civic Awards Ceremony would be the 12 th event since the Awards Scheme s inception in The scheme had been developed to formally recognise significant contributions made by individuals or groups to the life of Stirling communities, and also those who had achieved national recognition in other fields. This report advised the Panel on arrangements for the 2016 Provost s Civic Awards and reported on estimated costs of the event. It was currently anticipated that the majority of the costs associated with this event would be met through sponsorship, with the balance to be met by the Civic budget. Decision The Panel agreed: - 1. to approve the estimated expenditure in connection with the Provost s Civic Awards Ceremony at Stirling Castle on 21 October 2016; and 2. that any costs which exceed the amount of sponsorship received would be met from the Civic budget. PV179 ARMED FORCES DAY 2016 This report brought to the attention of Members, arrangements proposed for Armed Forces Day in Stirling The Ministry of Defence had granted funding of up to 7,050 towards the costs associated with the event and the impact on the Civic budget would be minimal. Work to plan and co-ordinate the event would be undertaken within current staffing resources in Corporate Operations. Bailie Ruskell asked if consideration could be given to incorporating Emergency Services Day displays into the event in future. This request would be padded on to the Council s Marketing and Events Team to consider. Decision The Panel agreed: - 1. to note and approve arrangements for Armed Forces Day at Kings Park, Stirling on 18 June (Reference: Report by Director of Corporate Operations, dated 27 April 2016, submitted) The Chair declared the meeting closed at 12.05pm

7 5 STIRLING COUNCIL THIS REPORT RELATES TO ITEM 5 ON THE AGENDA PROVOST'S PANEL LOCALITIES AND INFRASTRUCTURE 23 AUGUST 2016 NOT EXEMPT APPLICATION TO THE STIRLING COMMON GOOD FUND GUARDIANS OF SCOTLAND TRUST 1 SUMMARY 1.1 A request has been received from the Guardians of Scotland Trust for additional funding from the Common Good Fund to support the commissioning of artwork design for the project. 1.2 The Guardians of Scotland Trust was set up to advance education on Andrew De Moray and William Wallace and aims to create a significant legacy memorial in the form of a sculpture at Stirling Bridge. This project is anticipated to attract significant local, national and international attention and has won the support of Creative Scotland and Historic Scotland through its development phase. 1.3 The total amount requested by the Guardians of Scotland Trust is 8, The Provost s Panel approved a contribution of 4,800 from the Stirling Common Good Fund in May 2014 and Council approved a further contribution of 27,000 in May OFFICER RECOMMENDATION(S) The Panel is asked:- 2.1 to consider the request from the Guardians of Scotland Trust to grant 8,000 from the Stirling Common Good Fund to support completion of the artwork model to enable completion of the full design commission by autumn CONSIDERATIONS 3.1 The Guardians of Scotland Trust has selected Malcolm Robertson to deliver artwork at Stirling Bridge. The Trust is now embarking on a first phase of artwork development with Malcolm Robertson and all stakeholders in decisions regarding the final design of the proposed artwork. Stakeholders include representatives from Stirling Council, Historic Environment Scotland and key funding bodies.

8 6 3.2 This work complements ongoing development of new lighting for the existing Stirling Bridge to be supplied in kind by Forth Electrical Group (FES) at an estimated overall value of 60k, aiming to bring significant benefits to Stirling by winter A total of 18,000, excluding project management, is required for the full design commissioning process to secure completion of the artwork model. The Guardians of Scotland Trust has successfully raised 8,000 from the Lewis Stewart Memorial Trust with a commitment of additional funding to follow. 3.4 This has enabled the first stage of the artwork design commission to begin and anticipates contribution to the second stage. The artist will deliver the design contract across three stages to enable continual review by stakeholders and development of final ideas for artwork. 3.5 The delivery of the artwork model will assist the Trust lever further support and negotiate funding towards full commission of artwork, currently estimated at 130k taking design development costs into account. 4 POLICY/RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS AND CONSULTATIONS Policy Implications Equality Impact Assessment Strategic Environmental Assessment Serving Stirling Single Outcome Agreement Diversity (age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation) Sustainability (community, economic, environmental) Effect on Council s green house gas emissions Strategic/Service Plan Existing Policy or Strategy Risk Resource Implications Financial People Land and Property or IT Systems Consultations Internal or External Consultations Effect Yes Yes Equality Impact Assessment 4.1 The contents of this report were assessed using the EqIA Relevance Assessment Form. It was determined that an Equality Impact Assessment was not required. Strategic Environmental Assessment 4.2 This report does not relate to a Plan, Policy, Programme or Strategy therefore Strategic Environmental Assessment does not apply.

9 7 Serving Stirling 4.3 t applicable. Single Outcome Agreement 4.4 t applicable. Other Policy Implications 4.5 t applicable Resource Implications 4.6 Previous contributions totalling 31,800 have been made from the Stirling Common Good Fund - 4,800 in 2014 towards site development, educational activities and art work commission and 27,000 in 2015 towards the administrative function of the Trust for fundraising and development capacity and commissioning the monument sculpture. 4.7 The current balance of the Stirling Common Good Fund is 700,920. Consultations 4.8 Stakeholders are being consulted on decisions regarding the final design of the proposed artwork. Stakeholders include representatives from Stirling Council, Historic Environment Scotland and key funding bodies. 5 BACKGROUND PAPERS 5.1 Report to Stirling Council, 17 March 2011: Andrew de Moray Memorial. 5.2 Report to Provost s Panel, 14 May 2014: Guardians of Scotland Trust Application to the Stirling Common Good Fund from the Guardians of Scotland Trust. 5.3 Report to Stirling Council, 28 May 2015: Extract from Draft Minutes of Meeting of the Provost s Panel 19 May APPENDICES 6.1 Appendix 1 - The Guardians of Scotland Trust Application to the Common Good Fund - Request 8,000 to Support Stirling Bridge, Artwork Design Development Commission.

10 8 Author(s) Name Designation Telephone Number/ Jean Houston Committee Officer Approved by Name Designation Signature Iain Strachan Chief Officer - Governance Date 28 July 2016 Service Reference

11 9 Appendix 1 The Guardians of Scotland Trust Application to the Common Good Fund - Request 8,000 Support for Stirling Bridge, Artwork Design Development Commission Aims, Guardians of Scotland Trust To complete development of artwork model for Stirling Bridge public art, in commemoration of Andrew de Moray and William Wallace To engage all stakeholders in the design decision making process To complete design commission with artist as selected by international contest To increase funding available for investment in public art and Stirling Bridge as a visitor attraction To secure opportunities to advance public art project promotion with the American Scottish Foundation based in New York; to include possible exhibition of model To further identify links for diaspora promotion, including in association with the American Scottish Foundation To further the advancement of the Guardians of Scotland Trust s educational aims Project Update The Guardians of Scotland Trust has now reached the stage of selecting renowned artist Malcolm Robertson for contract to deliver artwork at Stirling Bridge, following international competition and developed global media attention for public art at Bridgehaugh. This has included coverage by the BBC and all leading national press to include The Times, London, Guardian, Scotsman and Herald newspapers. International coverage has included the Banner newspaper, circulated in America, Australia and New Zealand. Additional international press is also evidenced and social media reach includes several continents. The Trust is also in dialogue with the American Scottish Foundation to promote the project to their networked diaspora. The Trust is now embarking on a first phase of artwork development with Malcolm Robertson to include all stakeholders in decisions regarding the final design of the proposed artwork. Stakeholders include representatives from Stirling Council, Historic Environment Scotland and key funding bodies. This work complements ongoing development of new lighting for the existing Stirling Bridge to be supplied in kind by Forth Electrical Group (FES) at an estimated overall value of 60k, aiming to bring significant benefits to Stirling by winter The Trust has built on growing support and extended its board membership to now include Richard Simpson, former MSP.

12 10 Current Funding Position Artwork Design A total of 18k, excluding project management, is required for the full design commissioning process to secure completion of the artwork model, excluding project management costs to be met by the Trust. The Guardians of Scotland Trust has successfully raised 8k from the Lewis Stewart Memorial Trust with promise of additional funding to follow, due to closure of the organisation; a sum total of approximately 10k is anticipated as specific donation for this work. This has enabled confident start-up of the first stage of the artwork design commission and anticipates contribution to the second stage; the artist will deliver the design contract across three stages to enable continual review by stakeholders and development of final ideas for artwork Stage 1 Artist s final historic research, development of design animation for stakeholder discussion and review Stage 2 Artist response, early model development Stage 3 Final stakeholder review, delivery of finished model with lighting (scale 4ft x 4ft) Common Good Fund Request This application requests 8k from the Common Good Fund to contribute towards the design commission. Funding is specifically requested to support creation of the model (see above, stages 2 & 3), which will guarantee completion of this design commission by autumn The finished model will be promoted by special exhibition /event and possibly merge with the launch of new bridge lighting for Stirling Bridge which is also anticipated for autumn Keeping to this timetable will enable, funds permitting, earliest installation of the actual artwork by autumn 2017, to possibly meet the Annual Commemoration of the Battle of Stirling Bridge during Scotland s Year of History, Heritage and Archaeology. The delivery of the artwork model will present a fundraising advantage to the Trust to lever further support and negotiate funding towards full commission of artwork, currently estimated at 130k taking design development costs into account. The Design Development Commission will: Confirm design detail as agreed by stakeholders, to freshly promote the fundraising campaign nationally and internationally Create scaled model of artwork Create animation of model artwork Determine final artwork budget; identify co-producers, materials, lighting and installation costs

13 11 Enable submission for planning permission to the local authority and Historic Environment Scotland Lever funding for commission and delivery of public artwork to full scale Lever links with the American Scottish Foundation, aiming to develop exhibition of the Stirling Bridge model in New York and create firm funding and new networked links with the diaspora Market the project and Stirling nationally and internationally Be supported by development of a trading arm to the organisation for the retail of objects related to the agreed design for artwork and wider history of Stirling Bridge, to advantage ongoing fundraising; the Wallace Monument will act as a retail outlet Be supported by national and international press and other media coverage. Further highlight Stirling Bridge as a visitor destination Kathleen O Neill

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15 13 STIRLING COUNCIL THIS REPORT RELATES TO ITEM 6 ON THE AGENDA PROVOST'S PANEL LOCALITIES & INFRASTRUCTURE 23 AUGUST 2016 NOT EXEMPT SMITH ART GALLERY & MUSEUM FUNDING 1 SUMMARY 1.1 This report invites the Provost s Panel to consider the continuation of the annual financial contribution to the Smith Art Gallery & Museum following on from the report, from the Director of the Museum, on how the contribution was utilised in 2015/16, presented to the Provost s Panel on 17 May RECOMMENDATION(S) The Provost Panel is asked to:- 2.1 agree to the continuation of an annual financial contribution being made to the Smith Art Gallery & Museum in the sum of 7,000 from the Stirling Common Good Fund. 3 CONSIDERATIONS 3.1 At the meeting of the Provost s Panel on 6 vember 2007 there was agreement in principle to provide an annual financial contribution to the Smith Art Gallery & Museum that would allow for the creation of an acquisitions fund. The payment was to be made with a condition that the contribution from the Common Good Fund was recognised and displayed with the item. 3.2 The Provost s Panel meeting of 20 August 2013 approved the continuation of the annual contribution of 5,000 for a further three years. This was then agreed to be increased to 7,000 pa at the Provosts panel on 21 May The proposal is to continue the annual contribution in each of the next three financial years at the same level of 7,000 and for a review of this arrangement to take place at the end of this period. An annual report providing details of what additions have been made to the collection within the year will continue to be requested from the Smith Art Gallery & Museum.

16 14 4 POLICY/RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS AND CONSULTATIONS Policy Implications Equality Impact Assessment Strategic Environmental Assessment Single Outcome Agreement Diversity (age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation) Sustainability (community, economic, environmental) Effect on Council s green house gas emissions Strategic/Service Plan Existing Policy or Strategy Risk Resource Implications Financial People Land and Property or IT Systems Consultations Internal or External Consultations Yes Effect Yes Yes Equality Impact Assessment 4.1 The contents of this report have been considered under the Council s Equalities Impact Assessment process and were assessed as not relevant for the purposes of Equality Impact Assessment. Strategic Environmental Assessment 4.2 The contents of this report have been considered under the Environment Assessment (Scotland) Act 2005 and a Strategic Environment Assessment is not required. Single Outcome Agreement 4.3 The contents of this report are not relevant to the Single Outcome Agreement. Other Policy Implications 4.4 ne Resource Implications 4.5 The resource implications are as set out in this report Consultations 4.6 The report is based on information provided by Corporate Services.

17 15 5 BACKGROUND PAPERS 5.1 ne 6 APPENDICES 6.1 ne Author(s) Name Designation Tel /Extension David Mackay Accounting Team Leader mackayd@stirling.gov.uk Approved by Name Designation Signature Jim Boyle Chief Finance Officer Date 01 August 2016 Reference

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19 17 STIRLING COUNCIL THIS REPORT RELATES TO ITEM 7 ON THE AGENDA PROVOST'S PANEL LOCALITIES & INFRASTRUCTURE 23 AUGUST 2016 NOT EXEMPT INVESTMENT OF COMMON GOOD FUND BALANCES 1 SUMMARY 1.1 This paper provides information on the options available for investing the balances on the Stirling and Callander Common Good Funds. 2 RECOMMENDATION(S) The Provost s Panel is asked to:- 2.1 consider investing the Stirling and Callander Common Good Fund balances, less amounts to meet annual expenditure, in a fixed term deposit for a period of 6 months with Lloyds Banking Group PLC; and 2.2 note that the interest rates being used are the current rates being offered and are subject to change at the point of investment. 3 CONSIDERATIONS 3.1 The Fixed Term Deposit with Lloyds Banking Group plc is due to mature on 14 September Options for investing the Common Good Fund balances have been examined with the objective of providing maximum growth at lowest risk. 3.2 Advice was sought from the Council s Treasury Management consultants (Capita Asset Services) on the institutions that both meet the objectives, and are within the terms of the Council s Treasury Management Strategy. The institutions offering the highest rates of interest are shown in Appendix Lloyds Banking Group plc continues to offer the highest rate of interest and therefore the proposal, based on the current rates, would be to re-invest the sum in a Fixed Term Deposit, less amounts to meet annual expenditure, with Lloyds Banking Group plc for a period of 6 months. This is in line with both the Treasury Management Strategy for 2016/17 and the advice provided by Capita Asset Services suggesting a maximum duration for the part - nationalised banks of 6 months.

20 Should the position change prior to maturity of the bond, the proposal would be to invest with the institution offering the highest rate of interest whilst still meeting the objectives and complying with the terms of the Council s Treasury Management Strategy. 4 POLICY/RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS AND CONSULTATIONS Policy Implications Equality Impact Assessment Strategic Environmental Assessment Serving Stirling Single Outcome Agreement Diversity (age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation) Sustainability (community, economic, environmental) Effect on Council s greenhouse gas emissions Strategic/Service Plan Existing Policy or Strategy Risk Resource Implications Financial People Land and Property or IT Systems Consultations Internal or External Consultations Effect Yes Yes Equality Impact Assessment 4.1 The contents of this report were assessed using the EqIA Relevance Assessment Form - part of the Council s Equality Impact Assessment process. It was determined that an Equality Impact Assessment was not required. Strategic Environmental Assessment 4.2 This report does not relate to a Plan, Policy, Programme or Strategy therefore Strategic Environmental Assessment does not apply. Serving Stirling 4.3 t applicable. Single Outcome Agreement 4.4 t applicable. Other Policy Implications 4.5 ne.

21 19 Resource Implications 4.6 The resource implications are as set out in this report. Consultations 4.7 ne. 5 BACKGROUND PAPERS 5.1 ne. 6 APPENDICES 6.1 Appendix 1 Investment Options Financial Institutions. Author(s) Name Designation Telephone Number/ David Mackay Accounting Team Leader Mackayd@stirling.gov.uk Approved by Name Designation Signature Jim Boyle Chief Finance Officer Date 02 August 2016 Service Reference

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23 21 Appendix 1 Investment Options Financial Institutions Potential balance to be invested: 641,000 Bank Royal Bank Of Scotland Royal Bank Of Scotland Lloyds Banking Group plc Lloyds Banking Group plc Interest Rate 0.16% 0.24% 0.50% 0.65% Maximum Suggested Duration 3 Months 6 Months 3 Months 6 Months Interest Calculation ,080

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25 23 STIRLING COUNCIL THIS REPORT RELATES TO ITEM 8 ON THE AGENDA PROVOST'S PANEL LOCALITIES AND INFRASTRUCTURE 23 AUGUST 2016 NOT EXEMPT INTERNATIONAL LINKS: CULTURAL EXCHANGE UPDATE HENAN PROVINCE, CHINA 1 SUMMARY 1.1 A delegation from Henan Province, China visited Stirling on 29 April The delegation included Municipal Directors of Publicity, Provincial and Municipal Directors of Cultural Heritage and the Deputy Director of International Exchanges Division of Foreign Affairs Office of Henan Provincial People s Government. The Henan Provincial Government delegation was seeking future collaboration with Stirling Council on a cultural exchange. 1.2 At the meeting of the Provost s Panel in May, it was agreed that a report on potential costs, funding and support of such a cultural exchange should be included on the agenda for the meeting of the Provost s Panel in August In view of recent requests to consider links with international partners and as there has not been a review of the strategy for Stirling s international links for a number of years, it would be opportune to undertake a review of all twinning and international links at this time. 2 OFFICER RECOMMENDATION(S) The Panel agrees:- 2.1 to note the update on the possible cultural exchange with Henan Province; and 2.2 to request officers undertake a review of all twinning and international links and report to the next meeting of the Provost s Panel in vember 2016.

26 24 3 CONSIDERATIONS Henan Province 3.1 The delegation from Henan Province visited the Provost in April 2016 to discuss the potential for a cultural exchange with Stirling. The delegation also visited Forth Valley College to meet with the International Department and discuss potential collaboration with College on heritage protection and hospitality sector training. 3.2 Finally they visited the Stirling Smith Art Gallery & Museum. Members of the delegation were interested in exploring the potential to exhibit Tang Dynasty antiques and artefacts in co-operation with the Stirling Smith during Whilst such a cultural exchange would provide an excellent opportunity for Stirling to attract visitors to the area, the proposals to exhibit Tang Dynasty antiques and artefacts would result in substantial resources to protect and insure such an exhibition. 3.4 Consequently early discussions have commenced with the Cabinet Secretary for Culture, Tourism and External Affairs with a view to attracting support from the Scottish Government to enable the exclusive Tang Dynasty exhibition to take place in Stirling. These discussions are ongoing and also involve the University of Stirling. 4 POLICY/RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS AND CONSULTATIONS Policy Implications Equality Impact Assessment Strategic Environmental Assessment Serving Stirling Single Outcome Agreement Diversity (age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation) Sustainability (community, economic, environmental) Effect on Council s green house gas emissions Strategic/Service Plan Existing Policy or Strategy Risk Resource Implications Financial People Land and Property or IT Systems Consultations Internal or External Consultations Effect Yes Yes Yes

27 25 Equality Impact Assessment 4.1 The contents of this report were assessed using the EqIA Relevance Assessment Form. It was determined that an Equality Impact Assessment was not required. Strategic Environmental Assessment 4.2 This report does not relate to a Plan, Policy, Programme or Strategy therefore Strategic Environmental Assessment does not apply. Serving Stirling 4.3 t applicable. Single Outcome Agreement 4.4 t applicable. Other Policy Implications 4.5 t applicable Resource Implications 4.6 ne at present. Consultations 4.8 Discussions have taken place with the Stirling Smith Art Gallery & Museum, University of Stirling and Scottish Government regarding the proposed cultural exchange with Henan Province. 5 BACKGROUND PAPERS ne 6 APPENDICES ne

28 26 Author(s) Name Designation Telephone Number/ Jean Houston Committee Officer Approved by Name Designation Signature Iain Strachan Chief Officer - Governance Date 9 August 2016 Service Reference