The Board considered a report by the Harbour Master (circulated previously) regarding Harbour Charges Review 2025/26.

The Harbour Master highlighted the following:

·         The increase to charges for the next financial year, 2025/26, was to go up in line with CPI (Consumer Price Index) at 2.2%.

·         Due to the current economic environment that the launch and storage charges be held at current rates.

·         Some charges to be rounded to enable easier on site collection.

·         The charges were still lower than those of other areas along the coast.

·         Ilfracombe was one of the few places that allowed jet skis to launch and this attracted more visitors as a result.

RESOLVED:

(a)  That all mooring dues be increased by 2.2% and relevant miscellaneous charges are increased by 2.2% or held at current rates; and

(b)  Consultation be carried out with Harbour users.