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In accordance with the Code of Conduct adopted by the City & County of Swansea, no interests were declared
Resolved that the Minutes of the Economy and Infrastructure Service Transformation Committee held on 27 November 2025 be approved and signed as a correct record.
The Strategic Manager, Tourism, Marketing and Events presented a comprehensive overview of the Swansea Destination Management Plan (DMP) for 2023-2026, highlighting its strategic priorities, economic impact, partnership work and the integration of research and feedback to inform future planning. Members discussed the report and asked questions of the Strategic Manager, Tourism, Marketing and Events in relation to the infrastructure in Gower, support for small businesses, public transport for events and the integration of heritage trails. The Chair and Strategic Manager, Tourism, Marketing and Events discussed the timeline and process for developing the next Destination Management Plan (2026-2030), emphasising the importance of early Committee involvement, integration with other strategies, and ongoing research to inform future priorities. It was noted that work on the next Destination Management Pan would commence in the Autumn of 2026. The Strategic Manager, Tourism, Marketing and Events referred to the following key actions arising from discussions, which included: · Gower Tourism Development: assessing and enhancing council ambition and infrastructure projects for Gower, including feasibility of new hotels and improvements to road access at key sites such as Three Cliffs and Rhossili. · Small Business Engagement in Gower: increasing outreach to smaller bed and breakfasts and holiday lets in Gower that may not proactively engage with Council support or marketing initiatives. · Public Transport for Events: collaborating with transport colleagues to address public transport limitations for residents attending city events, especially on Sundays and during late hours. · Committee Involvement in Next DMP Cycle: Ensuring the Committee is involved at the start of the next Destination Management Plan (DMP) cycle, including input on hotels and strategic priorities. The Chair thanked the Strategic Manager, Tourism, Marketing and Events for his informative report. Resolved that: 1) The Chair liaise with the Cabinet Member to seek Committee involvement in the early stages of the next Destination Management Plan.
The Chair presented the Committee Work Plan 2025/2026. Resolved that: 1) The items for discussion at the meeting on 26 February 2026 include: · Investing in our Town Centres.
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