P-06-1323 We request that the Welsh Government purchase St David’s Hall as a national resource for Wales
P-06-1323 We request that the Welsh Government purchase St David’s Hall as a national resource for Wales
This
petition was submitted by Ben Herrington, having collected a total of 3,575
signatures.
Text of Petition:
This is a heartfelt plea
to prevent the loss of a vital cultural resource to the people of Wales; We
call upon the Welsh Government to step in.
Additional Information:
A transfer of management
of The National Concert Hall of Wales to a commercial organisation would risk this
vital and vibrant resource for the community and cultural life of Cardiff
inevitably leading to impacts on the wider creative infrastructure of Wales.
The venue hosts over 330
performances per year, many of national and international profile, attracting
attendees from every postcode in Wales as well as the highest percentage of
English visitors of all Welsh venues.
It is the only
purpose-built orchestral concert hall in the country able to host a full
symphony orchestra. It is the home of Cardiff Singer of the World, National
Orchestra of Wales, and the world class International Concert Series-alongside
a varied cultural offering including ballet, pop/rock music, comedians, jazz
and folk.
The venue delivers to all
ages the opportunities for creative participation and engagement, representing
a invaluable community and learning resource for the people of Cardiff and
whole of Wales.
This petition was
considered completed by the Petitions Committee at its meeting on 13/03/2023.
The Committee considered
the petition and given the clear steer from the Welsh Government and the
council’s decision following public consultation to press ahead with its
partnership with Live Nation, Member agreed to close the petition and thank the
petitioner.
Full details of the
consideration of this petition by the Committee and related documents can be
seen on the Meetings tab above.
It was first considered
by the Petitions Committee on 06/02/2023.
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Business type: Petition
Reason considered: Senedd Business;
Status: For consideration
First published: 06/02/2023