Issue - meetings

To note the update on the external fabric condition of Alexandra Palace.

The Committee received the progress report on the external fabric condition of Alexandra Palace presented by John Barnett, Interim Facilities Management Consultant.  A discussion took place and the following was noted:

The 2005 detailed report by King Sturge LLP addressed all required repair works at a cost o £30 million whereas the progress report addressed only urgent external works at a cost of £756k and would not bring the Palace into first class condition. 

Priority for works would be given to health and safety, security and fire risks and to arresting and protecting the condition of the fabric of the building. The South Elevation adjacent to the Panorama Room was an area of particular concern and urgent repairs were underway. 

Temporary membrane had been installed on the roof at the back of the Theatre (Page 49 of the agenda pack) as a short term measure to prevent further weather damage.  The Asset Management Plan specifically included roof works.

Paragraph 7.1 of the report stated that the £500k capital grant for 2011/12 had been agreed in principle.  This meant that the Palace was required to go through the Capital Planning process and submit a further bid to the Council for the funds.

A Committee Member stated that a fundraising campaign or lottery funding was required.

The Committee welcomed the report and that it had been shared with the Committee.  It was noted that it helped interested group representatives to understand the position with regard to the Alexandra Palace building and they were now able to communicate the information to their relevant group members.

RESOLVED that the report be noted.