Memorandum of Understanding
A non-binding, non-exclusive agreement with a partner body. This sets out a statement of
intent but does not commit either body to specific outcomes.
Any programme level arrangements subsequently approved (using central Hub funds) will
require an appropriate Partnership Agreement.
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
BETWEEN
York Arts Education (Lead Organisation for the York Music Hub)
AND
OTHER PARTY
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Purpose of Memorandum
The purpose of this Memorandum is to underpin the development of what is hoped
will become a long-term partnership between York Arts Education and OTHER
PARTY
It therefore sets out matters of agreed principle and policy, reflecting the spirit of cooperation between York Arts Education and OTHER PARTY, but it is not intended to
be legally binding. York Arts Education and OTHER PARTYmay but are not obliged
to enter into separate formal legally binding agreements in relation to their various
joint activities, which will fully document the rights and obligations on each side.
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Aims of the joint activity
2.1 York Music Hub Mission Statement:
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To develop sustainable, high quality and diverse musical experiences
providing first access and coherent progression paths for all children and
young people in the City of York;
To enhance the education, life experiences and self-confidence of all
children and young people through music;
To develop sustainable and innovative partnerships.
2.2 The York Music Hub aims to:
a. Deliver core and extension roles (as described in the National Plan for Music
Education) as a minimum standard and develop innovative and flexible
models of music education delivery to children and young people in York
aged 0-18 (to 25 for SEND);
b. Extend and increase access to quality music participation;
c. Facilitate a network of music education providers;
d. Support the governance of the Music Hub;
e. Support the hub communication strategy;
f. Work together to ensure sustainability, capacity and efficiency;
g. Support workforce development;
h. Gather data to inform levels of participation, provision and quality, and to
report back appropriately to funders;
i. Support music research and advocacy at local, regional and national levels;
j. Ensure the wellbeing, health and safety of participants and providers.
Agreements between York Arts Education and OTHER PARTY
As noted in clause 1, any such future joint activities of York Arts Education and
OTHER PARTY will be, where appropriate, covered by appropriate legally binding
agreements. This will apply if any music hub funds are devolved and the Other Party
becomes accountable for the use of these funds.
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Principles of joint developments
York Arts Education and OTHER PARTY agree to:
[delete if not appropriate]
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3.1
ensure that strategic planning for all activities enables the parties to maximise
the use of public funds and avoid unnecessary duplication of effort;
3.2
ensure that all activity reflects the strengths of the parties, and where possible is
complementary, drawing on their respective missions and corporate plans;
3.3
take part in activities that are cost-effective and efficient in development and
implementation, assure the standards and quality of provision, and provide
complete, accurate and reliable information as required.
Hub Management
York Arts Education and OTHER PARTY agree that the broader interests of the York
Music Hub offer will be overseen by a democratically elected Strategy Group. The
duty of this group is:
- ensuring effective liaison between parties;
- preserving the underpinning principles outlined here;
- maintaining an overall perspective on developments initiated through this
Memorandum.
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General
5.1
OTHER PARTY shall be entitled to use the York music hub logo, but must not
alter it in any way, including reshaping.
5.2
This Memorandum shall expire on March 31st 2016, but may be terminated
earlier than that date at any time by either party upon the giving of one (1)
month’s written notice to the other.
5.3
Nothing in this Memorandum is intended to or shall be deemed to establish an
exclusive relationship between the parties or to restrict any activities that either
party would otherwise be able to undertake. Nothing in this Memorandum is
intended to or shall be deemed to establish any partnership or joint venture
between the parties or constitute any party as an agent of the other party.
5.4
The terms of this Memorandum may be amended at any time by agreement in
writing between the parties.
5.5
The parties irrevocably agree that this Memorandum and any disputes arising
under or in any way connected with the subject matter or formation of this
Memorandum shall be governed by and construed in accordance with English
law. Each party submits to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England
and Wales in relation to any disputes or other matters arising out of or in
connection with this Memorandum.
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Signatures* (see note below)
Authorised Signatory for York Arts Education
Signature
Name in capitals
.
Post
Date
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Authorised Signatory for OTHER PARTY
Signature
Signature
Name in capitals
Name
Post
Post
Date
Date
Note – completing electronically:
either an electronic signature or simply a printed name will suffice