Time is running out for the Futurist Theatre,  a decision is due to be made by full council in 9 days on Monday 12th May.   The 'Save the Futurist Campaigners' have as yet failed to deliver a business plan or submit any formalised alternative.  Led by Cllr Janet Jefferson who opposes the closure and redevelopment of the Futurist site the Campaigners were given a three month window to put forward a viable plan to the Officers and Cabinet in December 2013.  Item 6 of the Agenda : http://democracy

Scarborough Borough Council have just released its latest public consultation exercise "Building A Future" , focused on the Tourism Industry it is full of jargon and superficial soundbites and claims its vision is "To Be The Best".    A "Visitor Economy Strategy" to achieve "Renaissance by 2020" .  What does it all mean ??