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SOBO Beach granted temporary lease extension by BCP Council
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The SOBO Beach cafe in Southbourne has been granted a temporary lease extension until September 2027, allowing it to operate until the council's preferred bidder takes over a 20-year lease. While supporters and campaigners celebrate another summer season for the popular venue, they express mixed feelings and intend to use the extra time to challenge the council's procurement decision.
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- SOBO Beach has been given permission to remain on the Southbourne seafront until September 2027.
- A petition supporting the cafe's permanent stay has gathered more than 10,000 signatures.
- Local campaigners and management plan to use the extended timeframe to push for an independent review and challenge the council's choice of preferred bidder.
- BCP Council defended the competitive tender process, stating it complied with the Procurement Act 2023 to ensure fairness and value for taxpayers.