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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. MoreClosed 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... MoreClosed 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. MoreClosed 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... MoreClosed 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... MoreClosed 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... MoreClosed 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... MoreClosed 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... MoreClosed 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... MoreClosed 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... MoreClosed 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. MoreClosed 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? ... MoreClosed 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 ... MoreClosed 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... MoreClosed 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... MoreClosed 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 MoreClosed 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... MoreClosed 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... MoreClosed 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 MoreClosed 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. MoreClosed 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... MoreClosed 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... MoreClosed 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. ... MoreClosed 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... MoreClosed 18 November 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... MoreClosed 15 November 2013 -
Service Reviews - Safe Clean and Green Neighbourhoods
Please note this is part of an ongoing dialogue to inform the service review process and is not a consultation. Safe, Clean and Green Neighbourhoods covered a range of services and functions aimed at improving the living environment and making Birmingham safer and environmentally sustainable. This includes: Waste management, refuse collection, and recycling Street cleansing Pest control Community safety Public rights of way District... MoreClosed 15 November 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... MoreClosed 15 November 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... MoreClosed 15 November 2013 -
Service Reviews - Safeguarding, Supporting and Educating Young People
Please note this is part of an ongoing dialogue to inform the service review process and is not a consultation. The Review looked at how we support children and young people in the city, including safeguarding and functions to support positive outcomes for the most vulnerable and disadvantaged. This includes Social work Adoption and fostering Care leavers Residential children’s homes The youth offending service Family support. ... MoreClosed 15 November 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... MoreClosed 15 November 2013
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