Issue - meetings

To note the new acquisitions to the Collection (material owned and held in trust by the Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum charity in accordance with its charitable objectives) and the loan of material to other institutions (ie public art galleries and museums) and to approve the disposal of items in the Collection which do not meet the Museum’s Core Offer in accordance with the Museums Association Code of Ethics.

The Museum Manager presented a report, a copy of which had been circulated to each Member and a copy of which appears as Appendix 'B' to these Minutes in the Minute Book.

There were a collection of paintings that were poor quality that the museum wanted to dispose of.  It was suggested that they could be offered to anyone who wanted them or could be auctioned off. It was suggested that they were offered to a care home or sold in the cafe instead of just being thrown away. Museum manager would consider the suggestion before disposal.

RESOLVED that

The Management Committee notes and approves

a)       acquisitions

b)       loans

c)        disposals

As outlined in the Acquisitions, Loans and Disposals Report

Voting: Unanimous