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

Completed

 

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.

 

Status

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.

 

 

Senedd Constituency and Region

  • Cardiff Central
  • South Wales Central

 

Further information

 

 

Business type: Petition

Reason considered: Senedd Business;

Status: For consideration

First published: 06/02/2023