Objectors to an application by the owner of the Leadmill building for a licence for the legendary music venue’s home spoke about their fears for its future and the track record of the new company following violent incidents and sex attacks in its other clubs.
Frazer Spooner objected on behalf of Leadmill staff. He said: “The current Leadmill team is a young, driven, endlessly creative collective of minds that aren’t here just because it’s a job to do, but because we are all completely committed to delivering memories and experiences of the calibre that we have grown accustomed to as Leadmill customers.”
Dominic Heslop, artist, rapper and social engagement practitioner, said he works with the Leadmill. He said: “Many of the young people we have engaged with are from precarious backgrounds, immersed in trauma, child exploitation and serious youth violence.“The Leadmill is an integral part in our nurturing relationship between community, young people, culture, and industry. Their influence has enabled more creative opportunities for young people that would not ordinarily have the access.
Sam Holland, director of Migration Matters music festival, said: “Over the last few years we have partnered with team at The Leadmill to deliver a number of events which have positively impacted the multicultural and diverse communities across the city.”He stated: “If this licence is granted it tarnishes our brilliant city’s reputation and for one of the country’s best-loved venues to be in the wrong hands.
Rob Unwin, who works for Ethical Property at Scotia Works next door, said his company and their tenants work with many vulnerable people including young people and has an excellent relationship with the Leadmill that has never given him any cause for concern.
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