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  • Home To School Transport - Proposed Policies

    On the 7 th of January 2013 Birmingham City Council introduced changes to the Home to School Transport policies for NEW STARTERS. At that meeting Cabinet asked that a further consultation takes place that included but was not limited to the implementation of the policy changes to all those pupils receiving support for school transport. More
    Opened 15 May 2013

  • Consultation on the draft Moseley SPD

    Birmingham City Council is undertaking a public consultation with the assistance of the Moseley Regeneration Group on Draft Moseley Supplementary Planning Document (SPD). This consultation will run from 10 June 2013 until 21 July 2013. We would like to hear your views on the Draft Moseley SPD as well the Sustainability Appraisal (SA). Background: The current Moseley Local Action Plan was drawn up in1992 and so it needs to be updated. In 2010 the local communities were asked a... More
    Opened 10 June 2013

  • SEND Green Paper

    Birmingham Special Educational Needs and Disability Consultation On this page you can find out more information about the Special Educational Needs and Disability Strategy. You can use it to join in the consultation about the development of a new strategy in Birmingham. You will be able to give your views on the future of Birmingham and children and young people with special educational needs and disability and their families. There are around 42,000 children aged 2 to 18 years with... More
    Opened 12 June 2013

  • Adults and Communitites: Making it Real Survey

    ‘Making it Real’ is based on statements developed by people who use services that express what people want to see and experience in adult social care services. We have been working with people who use our services and carers, to agree 3 'Making it Real' priority work areas; make an action plan listing what we want to do to improve our services and begin the work. Please help us check how we are getting on by answering the following questions. More
    Opened 25 June 2013

  • Bristol Street and St Luke's Draft Development Framework

    The City Council has produced the Bristol Street and St Luke's Draft Development Framework to guide the future development of sites on Bristol Street and within the St Luke's estate. The draft development framework builds upon the aspirations of the Big City Plan and sets out the vision and development principles for the future regeneration of the area. The Bristol Street and St Luke's sites The Bristol Street site fronts Belgrave Middleway and Bristol Street and is the former site... More
    Opened 26 June 2013

  • Proposed Bleak Hill Walking and Cycling Route

    Birmingham City Council is proposing a new walking and cycling path in your area. It will run from the entrance to Witton Lakes on Bleak Hill Road, through Scafell Drive, across the Streetly Road and along the length of Bleak Hill Park, with exits to Short Heath Road and Marsh Lane. The path will be surfaced in bitmac (tarmac), apart from the Scafell Drive section which will use the existing slabbed path. The crossing of Streetly Road will be realigned and improved. The existing barriers... More
    Opened 27 June 2013

  • Service Reviews - Support Services

    Please note this is part of an ongoing dialogue to inform the service review process and is not a consultation. Whilst we have made significant savings in recent years and completely transformed some of our administrative functions, we are clear that further efficiencies in back office support services can and must be made, in order to limit cuts in front-line services as far as possible. But we also need to rethink the role of our strategic functions. A differently functioning council... More
    Opened 1 July 2013

  • Bereavement Services Service User Questionnaire 2013 (Quarter 3)

    This is aimed at gathering service users views/comments relating to burial and cremation services provided by Birmingham City Council. Collected information will help develop future service improvements within cemeteries and crematoria. Results of the user satisfaction levels from 10 consultation exercises will contribute to the services performance indicators and will be widely published. More
    Opened 1 July 2013

  • Service Reviews - Education

    Please note this is part of an ongoing dialogue to inform the service review process and is not a consultation. The continuing review of education services will seek to address the shift in balance between the council’s ability to spend on service provision and the role of schools in commissioning services, alongside the need to tackle historic high levels of spending in some areas of the education service. The budget allocated to the education service covers both: ... More
    Opened 1 July 2013

  • Service Reviews - Adults Social Care Review

    If you need this information in a different format please email - servicereviews@birmingham.gov.uk. Please note this is part of an ongoing dialogue to inform the service review process and is not a consultation. Adults and Communities (formerly Social Services) supports adults in Birmingham who need help to live as independantly as possible and to be part of their local community. We meet substantial and critical needs for people who need help with dressing, toileting, eating, getting... More
    Opened 5 July 2013

  • Jewellery Quarter Controlled Parking Zone Review

    In late 2011, the City Council introduced changes to the Jewellery Quarter Controlled Parking Zone. The purpose of these changes was to try to improve the provision of on-street parking in the area for local residents and businesses, better reflecting changes which have taken place in the area during the last fifteen years or so. The changes were introduced following lengthy consultation with local residents, businesses and other stakeholders regarding what sort of parking arrangements may... More
    Opened 8 July 2013

  • Local Sustainable Transport Fund - Stirchley Local Centre

    Birmingham City Council is working in partnership with Centro to deliver LSTF measures along A441 Pershore Road within the Stirchley Local Centre. The scheme is part of a larger programme called Smart Network, Smarter Choices which is being delivered across the West Midlands. The scheme within the Stirchley Local Centre includes improvements for pedestrians, cyclists and bus users. The proposals for the Stirchley Local Centre are shown on the attached drawings CA-02102_S6_001B and 002.... More
    Opened 9 July 2013

  • Local Sustainable Transport Fund - Cotteridge Local Centre

    Birmingham City Council is working in partnership with Centro to deliver LSTF measures along A441 Pershore Road within the Cotteridge Local Centre. The scheme is part of a larger programme called Smart Network, Smarter Choices which is being delivered across the West Midlands. The scheme within the Cotteridge Local Centre includes improvements for pedestrians, cyclists and bus users. The proposals for the Cotteridge Local Centre are shown on the attached drawings CA-02102_S7_001B. A... More
    Opened 9 July 2013

  • Local Sustainable Transport Fund - Northfield Local Centre

    Birmingham City Council is working in partnership with Centro to deliver LSTF measures along the Bristol Road A38 within the Northfield Local Centre. The scheme is part of a larger programme called Smart Network, Smarter Choices which is being delivered across the West Midlands. The scheme in the Northfield Local Centre includes improvements for pedestrian and cyclist’s users. The proposals for the Northfield Local Centre are shown on the attached drawings CA-02102_S5_001 – 002. A... More
    Opened 9 July 2013

  • Local Sustainable Transport Fund - A441 Pershore Road Corridor

    Birmingham City Council is working in partnership with Centro to deliver local sustainable transport measures along the A441 Pershore Road. The scheme is part of a larger programme called Smart Network, Smarter Choices which is being delivered across the West Midlands. This scheme, on the A441 Pershore Road, includes improvements for pedestrians, cyclists and bus users, such as the provision of pedestrian crossing improvements, shared use footways, bus lanes and safety improvements at... More
    Opened 11 July 2013

  • Local Sustainable Transport Fund (LSTF) - A41 Warwick Road Corridor and Acocks Green Local Centre

    Birmingham City Council is working in partnership with Centro to deliver local sustainable transport measures along the A41 Warwick Road and Acocks Green Local Centre. The schemes are part of a larger programme called Smart Network, Smarter Choices which is being delivered across the West Midlands. The scheme, on the A41 Warwick Road, includes improvements for pedestrians, cyclists and bus users, such as the provision of pedestrian crossing points, shared use footways and cycle lanes. ... More
    Opened 12 July 2013

  • Proposed Pedestrian Improvements - Middlemore Road Local Centre

    We are considering the introduction of a Zebra Crossing on West Heath Road as shown on the attached drawing number CA-02027_S1_011, to improve accessibility and provide safer crossing facilities for pedestrians at this location. More
    Opened 12 July 2013

  • Advanced Manufacturing Hub Local Development Order

    Local Development Orders (LDO’s) allow the Local Planning Authority to grant automatic planning permission for certain types of development and therefore remove the need for a planning application to be submitted. In doing this, LDO’s seek to simplify the planning process and help to provide the conditions to stimulate new economic development. Birmingham remains one of the key manufacturing areas in the UK and is home to some of the country’s most successful manufacturing... More
    Opened 17 July 2013

  • City Centre Retail Strategy - Shoppers Questionnaire

    Over the last few years the nature of shopping in the City Centre has changed, influenced by a number of factors including the opening of the Bullring and Mailbox, the effects of the recession on spending and the impact of internet shopping on high street sales. To respond to these changes, the City Council is preparing a Retail Strategy for the City Centre to ensure its attractiveness as a top shopping destination is maintained and strengthened. The strategy will provide a clear vision... More
    Opened 19 July 2013

  • Sexual Health Services - Engagement exercise

    Birmingham City Council would like your views on sexual health services. We are responsible for making sure that there is a good range of services available and would really value your thoughts on what works well and where we could make things better. We are carrying out a full review at the moment and your comments will help us decide how to improve things. You do not need to have used sexual health services to do this. There will be a formal consultation on proposed changes shortly. ... More
    Opened 8 August 2013

  • Consultation on proposed Dog Control Orders

    Birmingham City Council is proposing to make Dog Control Orders under the Clean Neighbourhood and Environment Act 2005. Prior to making such Orders, the City Council is required to carry out a full public consultation. The full details are publicised in the Notice below. All comments are welcome and should be sent to the contacts specified at the end of the Notice. Please note that all such comments must be made by Friday 20 September 2013. Proposed Dog Control Orders Within... More
    Opened 14 August 2013

  • Bordesley Park Area Action Plan

    The Bordesley Park Area Action Plan will guide the development and regeneration of the area to the east of the city centre, including Washwood Heath, Bordesley Green, Bordesley Village and Small Heath, over the next 18 years. The consultation for the current stage of the plan – the Preferred Options Report – has recently ended. This document sets out the favoured way forward for the area, and reflects comments received during previous rounds of consultation and well as work that has... More
    Opened 19 August 2013

  • Substance Misuse Treatment and Recovery Services – Redesign Consultation

    Birmingham City Council would like your views on substance misuse treatment and recovery services. We are responsible for making sure that there are effective services available and would really value your thoughts on what works well and where we could make things better. We are carrying out a full review at the moment and your comments will help us decide how to improve things. You do not need to have used substance misuse services to do this. What are substance misuse services? ... More
    Opened 28 August 2013

  • Service Reviews - A Well Managed and Resilient City

    Please note this is part of an ongoing dialogue to inform the service review process and is not a consultation. This Service Review covers services which support the proper regulation of commercial and social life in the city. The council faces hugs cuts in its grants from the government and increases in demand. We have already made significant savings in the last two years but we still need save a further £450m by 2017/18 in addition to over £100m savings in the current financial... More
    Opened 11 September 2013

  • Service Reviews - Support Services 2

    Please note this is part of an ongoing dialogue to inform the service review process and is not a consultation. The second support services review looked at: Civic Catering Building Cleaning Services Management (such as building security) Customer Services (including contact centre and website) Professional Support Services (administrative functions) The review is also considering transferring some support services to Acivico Ltd, a company... More
    Opened 11 September 2013

  • Service Reviews - Developing a Successful and Inclusive Economy

    Please note this is part of an ongoing dialogue to inform the service review process and is not a consultation. This review covered services responsible for: Ensuring that new developments are taking place in Birmingham and regeneration is benefitting priority areas Securing investment to support business growth, by bringing in grants that can be accessed by Birmingham businesses Connecting people to job opportunities, and targeting opportunities towards... More
    Opened 18 September 2013

  • Northfield District Customer Service Improvement Survey Library Survey 2013

    CUSTOMER SERVICE IMPROVEMENT SURVEY Birmingham City Council, Northfield District, is conducting user surveys at many of the community facilities it operates including libraries, sports centres and Neighbourhood Offices. These facilities include Northfield Library, Weoley Library, Kings Norton Library, West Heath Library, Frankley Library, Northfield Pool and Fitness Centre, Colmers Community Leisure Centre, Northfield Neighbourhood Office and Hawkesley Neighbourhood Office. We would be... More
    Opened 24 September 2013

  • Northfield District Sport & Leisure Customer Service Improvement Survey 2013

    CUSTOMER SERVICE IMPROVEMENT SURVEY Birmingham City Council, Northfield District, is conducting user surveys at many of the community facilities it operates including libraries, sports centres and Neighbourhood Offices. These facilities include Northfield Library, Weoley Library, Kings Norton Library, West Heath Library, Frankley Library, Northfield Pool and Fitness Centre, Colmers Community Leisure Centre, Northfield Neighbourhood Office and Hawkesley Neighbourhood Office. We would be... More
    Opened 24 September 2013

  • Northfield District Neighbourhood & Information Service Customer Improvement Survey 2013

    CUSTOMER SERVICE IMPROVEMENT SURVEY Birmingham City Council, Northfield District, is conducting user surveys at many of the community facilities it operates including libraries, sports centres and Neighbourhood Offices. These facilities include Northfield Library, Weoley Library, Kings Norton Library, West Heath Library, Frankley Library, Northfield Pool and Fitness Centre, Colmers Community Leisure Centre, Northfield Neighbourhood Office and Hawkesley Neighbourhood Office. We would be... More
    Opened 24 September 2013

  • Supporting People Social Inclusion Services – Consultation

    Overview Birmingham City Council would like your views on the Commissioning and Procurement Strategy of Social Inclusion housing support services produced by the Supporting People Team. We are responsible for re-commissioning a range of services across the social inclusion sector, relevant to the needs of vulnerable people, and would really value your thoughts on whether we are planning to re-commission the right services. What are Supporting People Services? Supporting People... More
    Opened 30 September 2013
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