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id="HtmlPlaceholderControl1"><b>We aim to improve the quality of life for all through cultural and sporting activities, to support the pursuit of excellence and to champion the tourism, creative and leisure industries.</b></span></p></div> <div id="pageMainText"><p><span id="HtmlPlaceholderControl2"><p>To achieve this, we have developed five strategic priorities around which we organise our work. 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