Common use of Cancellation of Hire Clause in Contracts

Cancellation of Hire. Notwithstanding that the hire of the premises may have been duly entered into in accordance with these conditions, the Council reserves the right at its absolute discretion to cancel the hiring. [This may include but not limited to government election days, Council civic functions, or other times when the venue is required for legal or statutory requirements, or maintenance]. If the hiring be cancelled under this clause, the deposit paid shall be refunded to the hirer who shall have no claim of any kind whatever, either at law or in equity, whether for loss, expenses, damage or otherwise in consequence of such cancellation. Regular bookings are also subject to cancellation or alteration by Council.