Penistone Town Council has unanimously voted to pursue its £1 bid for Penistone Town Hall. The historic building is home to the Paramount Cinema.
The move follows Barnsley Council's decision to halt a planned £1.8 million redevelopment. Penistone councillors believe taking ownership could allow them to explore alternative sources of funding for improvements.
Barnsley Council says any formal proposal would need to follow the correct process and be assessed to ensure best value. This is not a £1 sale that has already been agreed — it is Penistone Town Council formally pursuing the idea.
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Source: Penistone Town Council, Barnsley Council