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
1 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 co-
operation 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.
2 Aims of the joint activity
York Music Hub Mission Statement:
- 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
- By developing sustainable and innovative partnerships

York Arts Education and OTHER PARTYagree in good faith to work together to
promote or develop the following for all children and young people aged 0-18: [delete
from the following as appropriate]

2.1 the provision of assured high-quality music education through joint initiatives in
curriculum development;

2.2 extending and increasing access, geographically, socially and financially,

to music education;

2.3 improving the music services York Arts Education and OTHER PARTY offer to
local communities;

2.4 joint initiatives in music research;

2.5 building a network of music education opportunities accessible to all;

2.6 enhancing staff development opportunities by fully exploiting the strengths of

both parties, to the benefit of all concerned;

2.7 opportunities for further developments to ensure the portfolio continues to

support the needs and demands of all children and young people aged 0 - 18.
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.

3 Principles of joint developments

York Arts Education and OTHER PARTY agree to:

[delete if not appropriate]

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.

4 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.

5 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 2015, but may be terminated
earlier than that date at any time by either party upon the giving of one (1)
weeks 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.
6 Signatures* (see note below)

Authorised Signatory for York Arts Education

Signature

Name in capitals .

Post

Date .

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