Summary
This report will
provide an update on work undertaken in relation to the visitor
economy and inward investment since the closure of both Visit Kent
and Locate in Kent. It will seek Cabinet approval to proceed with a
joint delivery model that safeguards regional competitiveness,
retains key assets and prepares the ground for future
devolution.
Access to
Information
The report together with any other
documents being considered (unless they contain exempt information)
will be available for inspection 5 clear days before the decision
is taken by the Cabinet. Copies are available on the Council's
website or requested from Democratic Services Medway Council, Gun
Wharf, Dock Road, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4TR or
email democratic.services@medway.gov.uk.
If you wish to submit information to the Cabinet about the item
please also contact Democratic
Services.
Decision type: Key
Decision status: For Determination
Notice of proposed decision first published: 17/11/2025
Decision due: 16 Dec 2025 by Cabinet
Lead member: Councillor Nina Gurung, Portfolio Holder for Heritage, Culture and Leisure nina.gurung@medway.gov.uk, Councillor Harinder Mahil, Portfolio Holder for Economic and Social Regeneration and Inward Investment harinder.mahil@medway.gov.uk
Lead director: Adam Bryan
Contact: Adam Bryan, Director of Place Email: adam.bryan@medway.gov.uk Tel: 01634 332762.
Relevant Overview and Scrutiny Committee:: Regeneration, Culture and Environment