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Old 29-10-2010, 22:32   #240
Gayle
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Re: The value of public funded art

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Originally Posted by garinda View Post
Yes you did, again privately, even though the question as to your role was raised publicly, and it really should be a matter open to public scrutiny, if someone's being paid from the public purse.

Ther above post is not quiet how I remember your private answer to me, at the time.

Forgive me if I'm wrong, I was under the impression you'd told me the role was created for you, and that was as creative director for the arts centre, and if you hadn't canvassed those in power for the position, the arts in Hyndburn would be unsupported, and under represented.

I may be wrong, but I do have a very good memory. I'm also a terrible house keeper, so I've probably still have your explanation, and I could have a nose about, and see if I'm mistaken.
It was all very public if I remember correctly.

I did help to create the role and I had lobbied for it. No one else was doing the Arts role and I got some lottery funding to help establish it. However, I did also have to apply for the job and it was advertised so if anyone better had shown up then presumably I'd have not got the job. It was all perfectly above board and in future, if I decide to step down, I shall make sure that you are sent a copy of the job advertisment, just in case you miss it again.

So please don't try to make out that I'm a liar, which is what you're clearly trying to do. If there is one thing that I try to do above all it's answer your posts as honestly as I can. I can't think of anyone else who is prepared to do this and put themselves under so much scrutiny but for some misguided reason, I actually believe that it's important that this discussion is held in the public arena. If you want me to shut up and go away then I'd be quite happy to.

And don't worry, I won't tell you anything else privately in future.

Oh, and if you're worried about the public purse paying my wage for much longer, it won't. As from the end of March the only way that I will get paid is if the Arts Centre is making a profit and there is enough to pay me. So, yes, I will be chasing every single bit of funding that is out there in order to earn a living.
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