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  • Birmingham Bulletin survey 2014

    The Birmingham Bulletin is Birmingham City Council’s monthly email newsletter, with what's happening in the city, which people can subscribe to receive here: www.birmingham.gov.uk/bulletin The Bulletin includes what's on information, city news and the chance to win tickets for events, concerts and exhibitions. We are looking for feedback from subscribers to help us improve the product and help us shape content for future editions. All comments will remain anonymous in... More
    Closed 28 February 2014
  • Proposed Walking and Cycling Route alongside Small Heath Highway

    The City Council was successful in securing a Cycle City Ambition Grant from the Department of Transport worth £17million. The bid was developed focused on the city centre and a surrounding cycle commuter catchment area of 20 minutes cycling time from the ring road, to optimise potential modal shift. The CCAG programme consists of fifty work packages under the themes of Main Corridors, Parallel Routes, City Centre, Green Routes, Canal Works, Local Links and Supporting Measures. Birmingham... More
    Closed 21 February 2014
  • Local Sustainable Transport Fund (LSTF) - Bournbrook/Selly Oak Local Centre

    Birmingham City Council is working in partnership with Centro to deliver sustainable transport measures along the Bristol Road A38 within the Bournbrook/ Selly Oak Local Centre. We are seeking to implement the following works in autumn 2014, these works are shown on drawing no: SHT–30-0000-C-004 (D) and are known as the ‘Phase 1 Works’: Installation of additional cycle parking facilities within the local centre Proposed 20mph zone / limit Upgrading of... More
    Closed 21 February 2014
  • Consultation on the Housing Allocation Scheme

    Birmingham City Council is changing the way it allocates homes and wants to hear your views. More
    Closed 17 February 2014
  • Budget Consultation for Adult Social Care

    Birmingham City Council is facing a big challenge, over seven years we have to cut the budget by half. We have never faced such big cuts to government funding before. In the past we have made lots of changes to improve our services and get better value for money. But because of the size of the savings we will have to make really big changes to what we do. These changes will have an impact on everyone in the city. Over the summer we met with citizens and staff to discuss our ideas, we called... More
    Closed 17 February 2014
  • Concierge and Night-time Security Review

    Birmingham City Council currently provides a round-the-clock concierge and night-time security presence at 96 blocks of flats around the city. The Council is carrying out a review of these services. There are a number of reasons for the review but the main ones are updating the technology of our CCTV and door entry systems, making sure that the service is value for money and providing a more consistent and customer-focused service. As part of our responsibilities to you under your... More
    Closed 3 February 2014
  • Old Rep Theatre Consultation on Transfer of Operations

    To seek the views and opinions of hirers and users of the Old Rep on the potential of an external operator running and managing the venue. More
    Closed 1 February 2014
  • Public consultation on a proposal to manage the growth of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) in Selly Oak, Harborne and Edgbaston

    Consultation Period: Friday 29th November 2013 to 31st January 2014. A number of residents and organisations have raised concerns about the growth in the number of former family homes, now being occupied by groups of single people (referred to as Houses in Multiple Occupation – HMOs). If too many of these cluster together, they can put pressure on local services and the environment, thus affecting the lives of the permanent residents. Bournbrook, a popular location close to... More
    Closed 31 January 2014
  • Review of Bus Lane Regulations in Birmingham City Centre

    New Bus Lanes and Bus Only Roads were implemented in Birmingham city centre to support changes to bus services, the introduction of the City Centre Interchange and construction of the Midland Metro Tram Extension. The camera enforcement of Bus Lanes and Bus Only Roads in the city centre was introduced in July 2013 to improve the effectiveness of bus lanes thereby improving bus journey times and reliability for bus users. More
    Closed 31 January 2014
  • Birmingham Mobility Action Plan Questionnaire for Members of the Public

    Birmingham needs a better transport system. There are too many cars on our roads and every day we live with the congestion, safety, social and environmental problems this causes. Despite this, public transport, walking and cycling are not seen as a viable alternative. Birmingham's population is set to increase by as much as 150,000 people by 2031, which will further increase pressure on the transport system. An improved transport system will: help the economy grow by providing... More
    Closed 24 January 2014
  • Birmingham Mobility Action Plan Questionnaire for Businesses and Organisations

    Birmingham needs a better transport system. There are too many cars on our roads and every day we live with the congestion, safety, social and environmental problems this causes. Despite this, public transport, walking and cycling are not seen as a viable alternative. Birmingham's population is set to increase by as much as 150,000 people by 2031, which will further increase pressure on the transport system. An improved transport system will: help the economy grow by providing... More
    Closed 24 January 2014
  • Local Accessibility Scheme on Lodge Road

    Birmingham City Council is working to deliver a Local Accessibility Scheme, linked to a completed housing development on Lodge Road. The aim of the scheme is to improve crossing facilities for pedestrians when accessing bus stops on Lodge Road and improving road safety for vulnerable road users. These are the improvements being consulted on: • Uncontrolled pedestrian refuge, • A new street lighting column, • Sign and markings and, • Resurfacing of an existing footway... More
    Closed 20 January 2014
  • Outdoor Learning Service Review Consultation

    The current review on the future of the Outdoor Learning Service may affect schools, pupils, disabled children and their families. We invite you to read the accompanying information about the service, (Consultation Support Document) and complete the following form in order to help us understand the impact of the options. Your responses will be used to inform the cabinet report. The consultation is open for 7 weeks. The closing date for consultation is 19 January 2014. The results of... More
    Closed 19 January 2014
  • Empty Properties

    Birmingham City Council is now consulting on it’s draft Private Sector Empty Property Strategy 2013-18. Birmingham, like many other major cities is faced with an acute and on-going housing shortage. This gives rise to increased homelessness and housing affordability problems for many people. This strategy aims to bring more of the city’s empty homes back into use to provide ‘ good quality, affordable housing to meet that need ’. In developing the strategy we have... More
    Closed 10 January 2014
  • Birmingham City Council 2014 Budget and Planning Birmingham's Future

    Birmingham City Council needs to find ways of making further savings next year. This means the way we deliver our services to you will have to change. We want you to give us your views on the best way of doing this. The online survey includes questions about all services with budget proposals but you can choose whether to comment on all of them, or just on a few. It also asks if you think Council Tax should be increased next year and what you think of our ideas for how the Council... More
    Closed 10 January 2014
  • Draft Northfield Regeneration Framework

    Northfield town centre is one of the key centres in Birmingham. It is designated as a District Centre and it provides a full range of local services and shops, functioning as a traditional town centre. In recognition of its importance as a busy, vibrant centre providing shops and local services serving the south of the City, the Council has developed this framework to help Northfield to retain its position, remain competitive and attract new investment. In recent years, the Council... More
    Closed 23 December 2013
  • Children and Young People's Substance Misuse Services

    This questionnaire is designed to ensure children and young people involved with substance misuse have the help and support they need; when and where they want it!. The answers provided are completely confidential and the personal information entered will only be used to enter you into a prize draw for a brand new Ipad. More
    Closed 10 December 2013
  • Sexual Health Services - Redesign Consultation

    Birmingham City Council would like your views on sexual health services. We are responsible for making sure that effective services are available for the people in Birmingham and would really value your thoughts on what works well and where we could make things better. We are carrying out a 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. What are sexual health services? ... More
    Closed 9 December 2013
  • Lichfield Road / Aston Hall Road Junction Improvement

    Birmingham City Council is proposing improvements at the Lichfield Road / Aston Road Junction to reduce congestion and provide capacity for future developments (refer to ‘Lichfield Road/Aston Hall Road Consultation’ plan’). We are proposing improvements to the signalised junction and a summary of proposals is as follows: Demolition of King Edward VII Public House Widening of the Carriageway New Footways Advanced Cycle Lane Provision ... More
    Closed 6 December 2013
  • Your Views on Proposals for the Licensing Service

    Birmingham City Council is facing a very large challenge with cuts in funding that are unprecedented. We are looking at how we can continue to provide essential services to residents whilst supporting greater fairness and future prosperity. As part of a Service Review process, the Licensing service in Birmingham is asking for your views on proposals that are intended to create savings for the service. The Licensing service administers, grants and enforces compliance with a range of... More
    Closed 30 November 2013
  • Consultation on Proposals for Birmingham and Solihull Coroners and Mortuary Service

    Birmingham City Council is facing a big challenge with cuts in funding that are unprecedented. We are looking at how we can continue to provide essential services to residents whilst supporting greater fairness and future prosperity. As part of a Service Review process, the Coroner's and Mortuary Service in Birmingham are seeking your views on proposals that are intended to realise savings for the service. This consultation addresses specific issues and your responses will inform the... More
    Closed 30 November 2013
  • Recycling of excess heat at Lodge Hill and Sutton Coldfield Crematoria

    Your views are being sought regarding the potential to use the excess heat that is created by the process for cooling hot gases that are produced during a cremation in order to reduce the city's carbon footprint. (For more information on how the heat recyling process works please see attached document). Your feedback and comments will assist the service by informing the decisions taken to shape the service provision in the future More
    Closed 30 November 2013
  • Consultation on Proposals for Birmingham's Registration Service

    Birmingham City Council is facing a big challenge with cuts in funding that are unprecented. We are looking at how we can continue to provide essential services to residents whilst supporting greater fairness and future prosperity. As part of a Service Review process the City's Registration Service is seeking your views on proposals that are intended to realise savings for the service. This consultation addresses specific issues and your responses inform the decision making process when... More
    Closed 30 November 2013
  • Your Views on Proposals for the Environmental Health and Trading Standards Services

    Birmingham City Council is facing a very large challenge with cuts in funding that are unprecedented. We are looking at how we can continue to provide essential services to residents whilst supporting greater fairness and future prosperity. As part of a Service Review process, the Environmental Health and Trading Standards services in Birmingham are asking for your views on proposals that are intended to create savings for each service. Brief information on what each service delivers is... More
    Closed 30 November 2013
  • Flexibility of service times for funeral services

    Your views are being sought regarding the provision and flexibility of funeral service times at Birmingham City Council cemeteries and crematoria. Your feedback and comments will assist the service by informing the decisions taken to shape the service provision in the future More
    Closed 30 November 2013
  • 20mph is Plenty

    Birmingham City Council is considering the introduction of 20mph speed limits on the city’s roads to improve safety and reduce the number of accidents. These plans will affect anyone who lives, works, shops, visits or travels in the city, so your views are important to us and will help us with our decision-making. More
    Closed 29 November 2013
  • Local Sustainable Transport Fund (LSTF) - Bristol Road Safer Routes to Schools

    Birmingham City Council is working in partnership with Centro to deliver LSTF measures along A38 Bristol Road, including ‘Safer Routes to Schools’. The outline proposals have been developed, in discussions with the School Travel Plan Team for Turves Green Girls School, Turves Green Boys Technology College and Bournville School as shown on the attached drawings CA-02102_S11_001 & CA-02102_S11_003. A summary of the proposals are listed below: (i) Turves Green Girls School & Turves... More
    Closed 22 November 2013
  • Local Sustainable Transport Fund (LSTF) - Pershore Road Safer Routes to Schools

    Birmingham City Council is working in partnership with Centro to deliver LSTF measures along A441 Pershore Road, including ‘Safer Routes to Schools’. The outline proposals have been developed, in discussions with the School Travel Plan Team for St Thomas Aquinas RC School and Kings Norton Girls School as shown on the attached drawings CA-02102_S13_001 & CA-02102_S13_006. A summary of the proposals are listed below: (i) St Thomas Aquinas RC School New zebra crossing... More
    Closed 22 November 2013
  • Local Sustainable Transport Fund (LSTF) - Warwick Road Safer Routes to Schools

    Birmingham City Council is working in partnership with Centro to deliver LSTF measures along A41 Warwick Road, including ‘Safer Routes to Schools’. The outline proposals have been developed, in discussions with the School Travel Plan Team for Ninestiles School, Archbishop Ilsley School and Yardelys School as shown on the attached drawings CA-02102_S15_101 – 102, CA-02102_S15_201and CA-2102_S15_301. A summary of the proposals are listed below: (i) Ninestiles School. ... More
    Closed 22 November 2013
  • Expressions of Interest Invited from Third Sector Organisations for the transfer of two Environmental Sites

    Third sector organisations are invited to submit Expressions of Interest in undertaking a Community Asset Transfer (CAT) for 2 sites "Witton Lakes Lodge House" and "Mini Eden Site" The Council wishes to see both sites transferred for the purpose of delivering community environmental enterprises, with the emphasis being on local community involvement through environmental awareness and longer term, to bring investment to enhance environmental sustainability and awareness opportunities to... More
    Closed 18 November 2013
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