Decision details

Update on the intention to award a contract to CLCT from 1 October 2014 together with an update regarding admitted body status to LGPS and progression with TUPE consultation

RESOLVED THAT it be noted that

1. the Council will award a contract to Cheltenham Leisure and Culture Trust (Cheltenham LCT) from 1 October 2014 to operate the following council services:

·         Leisure@

·         Prince of Wales Stadium

·         Town Hall

·         Pittville Pump Room

·         The Wilson (CheltenhamArt Gallery and Museum)

·         Tourism service and the Tourist Information Centre

·         Sport, Play and Healthy Lifestyles

2. the intention to transfer staff, as appropriate, from the Council to Cheltenham LCT under the Transfer of Undertaking (Protection of Employment) legislation and that consultation with staff will be initiated.

3. Cheltenham LCT will be admitted to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).

4. the Council will act as guarantor for LGPS liabilities arising from those staff who transfer to Cheltenham LCT.