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  Published: 13/12/2019
  New Year, new look for Batchley shopping area

  Residents may see some disruption early in the New Year as works to improve parking around Batchley’s lower shops begins.
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  Published: 10/12/2019
  Christmas and New Year bin collection changes 2019

  Redditch residents who would be due a bin collection on the three Christmas and New Year bank holidays are being advised to double check when to put their bins out.
• 
  Published: 05/12/2019
  Countdown to community lottery launch

  Christmas could come early for lucky Redditch residents as the countdown for the launch of the Redditch Community Lottery begins.
• 
  Published: 02/12/2019
  Snare yourself a spot at the first Palace Drum Camp

  Drumming enthusiasts can now sign up for the first Palace Drum Camp and hone their skills with some of the UK’s top players and tutors.
• 
  Published: 02/12/2019
  Taxi driver medicals under review

  Options for changes to the tests that ensure taxi drivers in Redditch are medically fit to drive are out for public consultation.
• 
  Published: 20/11/2019
  Call To Action For VCS

  Voluntary and Community Sector Groups in Redditch are invited to have their say about the support they need to continue to provide their services to the borough.
• 
  Published: 20/11/2019
  Make Sure You Can Vote on December 12

  Time is running out for Redditch residents to get on the electoral register so they can have their say on December 12th.
• 
  Published: 17/11/2019
  Crematorium Christmas Service

  Redditch Crematorium will be opening their doors to the community with a special service to remember loved ones at Christmas.
• 
  Published: 15/11/2019
  Drumming up experience with Young Mentor Programme

  The Palace Drum Clinic (PDC) are providing an opportunity for a young person to gain some experience in the events industry.
• 
  Published: 14/11/2019
  Redditch Christmas Lights Switch On 2019

  Redditch Christmas Lights Switch On 2019
• 
  Published: 07/11/2019
  Executive To Discuss The Future Of Rubicon Business Centre

  Executive Members are set to consider the future operations of Business Centres in Redditch.
• 
  Published: 07/11/2019
  Multi-Million Pound Plans To Regenerate The Town Centre

  Executive members are set to consider the latest plans to regenerate the centre of Redditch.
• 
  Published: 06/11/2019
  Good to turn up for Lottery funding

  An event where good causes in Redditch can sign up to boost their funds is set to be held this coming Tuesday.
• 
  Published: 28/10/2019
  Remember, Remember, Pets On The 5th Of November

  For four-legged friends November 5th going with a bang is not ‘paw-some’.
• 
  Published: 24/10/2019
  Top Talks With VCS To Be Held

  Executive Members of Redditch Borough Council are set to engage with representatives of the Voluntary and Community Sector to forge a way forward so they can continue to benefit the town. After listening to representations from several voluntary organisations
• 
  Published: 17/10/2019
  Assess your mobility: Take the Tea Test

  Assess your mobility: Take the tea test
• 
  Published: 12/10/2019
  Are you recycling the right thing?

  Residents are being urged to ensure they put the right thing in the right bin to help reduce the amount of recycling which ends up being lost due to contamination.
• 
  Published: 11/10/2019
  It's Fine For Litter Louts

  Residents are being warned to not throw litter out of their cars or risk fines of up to £2,500.
• 
  Published: 09/10/2019
  Make A Play To Have Your Say

  Residents can have their say and help draw up plans for a new play area in a Redditch park.
• 
  Published: 27/09/2019
  Free Training Dot Com

  Redditch Borough Council’s next round of free computer courses for beginners has been launched – in time for Get Online Week.
• 
  Published: 26/09/2019
  Polling place proposals out now

  A list of changes proposed to polling districts and stations across Redditch Borough is now out to public consultation.
• 
  Published: 12/09/2019
  Show your support for Drummer of the Year

  The finalists have been chosen, the judges are getting ready, the awards have been polished and now all that is needed is the audience! Next weekend, drumming enthusiasts and community minded residents alike are invited to attend the final of the first ever PDC Young Drummer Competition where a rising star will be crowned.
• 
  Published: 05/09/2019
  Last call for comments on council house contract

  There’s just one week left for people to have their say on Redditch Borough Council’s proposed new tenancy agreement, the contract that applies to anyone renting a home from the council.
• 
  Published: 05/09/2019
  Redditch To Bid For Multi-million Pound Pot

  Borough Chiefs are ready to draw up ambitious plans to transform Redditch’s economic growth prospects after being invited to bid for part of a multi-million-pound pot.
• 
  Published: 03/09/2019
  Ahoy Redditch! Model Boat Club Returns

  A boat club has set sail once again in Redditch after top talks between the budding sailors, Redditch Borough Council and Rubicon Leisure.
• 
  Published: 02/09/2019
  Homelessness Contract Awarded

  Redditch Borough Council, along with Worcestershire authorities have awarded a contract to support people at risk of homelessness to Caring for Communities and People (CCP - www.ccp.org.uk).
• 
  Published: 27/08/2019
  Proposed new tenancy agreement is out to consultation

  People in Redditch are being asked to rate how easy it is to read and follow the town’s new council housing tenancy agreement, ahead of its potential adoption in October.
• 
  Published: 22/08/2019
  NEW Escape Pain course starting September

  NEW Escape Pain course starting September
• 
  Published: 20/08/2019
  Have your say on the future of motoring in Redditch

  Have your say on the future of motoring in Redditch
• 
  Published: 15/08/2019
  Residents Can Be In Control Of Their Council Tax Accounts

  Now it’s going to be easier than ever to keep an eye on your council tax accounts as a new system is rolled out at Redditch Borough Council.
• 
  Published: 13/08/2019
  Tour the Crematorium at open day

  Our award winning Crematorium is opening its doors for interested visitors to see what happens behind the scenes.
• 
  Published: 01/08/2019
  Community Clean Up grant funding available

  Community Clean Up grant funding available
• 
  Published: 31/07/2019
  Computer Says Pass!

  Eighteen more students are better connected after completing a computer course, for beginners, hosted by Redditch Borough Council.
• 
  Published: 31/07/2019
  Difficult Decisions On The Cards

  Redditch Borough Council leaders are primed and ready to make tough decisions as they review services in a bid to find £1.5m of savings over the next three years.
• 
  Published: 30/07/2019
  Businesses vote for Business Improvement District

  Businesses in Redditch town centre have voted in favour of establishing a Business Improvement District (BID).
• 
  Published: 26/07/2019
  Regional internet outage is affecting services

  Regional internet outage is affecting services
• 
  Published: 24/07/2019
  Get creative over the summer holidays

  Residents are being encouraged to release their creative muse and enjoy the great outdoors with family friendly activities and workshops taking place right up until September.
• 
  Published: 23/07/2019
  Council unanimous on Birmingham enterprise partnership if Worcestershire ‘overlap’ removed

  Redditch Borough Council has voted unanimously that it would prefer the Greater Birmingham and Solihull Local Enterprise Partnership, and intend to leave the Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership, if rules are changed so it cannot remain in both.
• 
  Published: 23/07/2019
  Redditch Crematorium expands range of funeral tribute options

  Photo and video tributes in funeral services, and even private live streams for loved ones who wish to attend from afar, are now available at Redditch Crematorium.
• 
  Published: 19/07/2019
  Canvass responses ‘save real money’

  As Redditch’s annual electoral canvass begins for 2019 residents are being thanked for replying and saving money.
• 
  Published: 19/07/2019
  Contributions hailed as ‘Active Kitchen’ holiday sessions restart

  The people behind a project that will once again provide young people with opportunities to be active, have a healthy meal and make friends in the school holidays have been hailed.
• 
  Published: 19/07/2019
  Council launches polling places review

  A five-yearly administrative review of Redditch’s polling districts, places, and stations has begun.
• 
  Published: 19/07/2019
  Council opposes Foxlydiate demolition proposals

  Proposals to demolish the Foxlydiate Arms, which have been submitted to Bromsgrove District Council as part of plans to develop the site for new homes, have been opposed by Redditch Borough Council.
• 
  Published: 11/07/2019
  Dial a Ride celebrate 30th birthday with the Flintstones

  Customers and staff celebrated 30 years of Redditch Borough Council’s Dial-A-Ride service last week with a tea party for over 200 service users and the unveiling of five new buses – Fred, Wilma, Betty, Barney and Bam Bam.
• 
  Published: 11/07/2019
  Street theatre returns to Redditch

  Redditch’s summer street theatre kicks off at the end of July with entertainment, displays, children's activities and more in the town centre before heading to Winyates in August.
• 
  Published: 26/06/2019
  Tenants Urged To Update Details

  Redditch Borough Council tenants are being urged to let officers know if they change their emergency contact details.
• 
  Published: 25/06/2019
  Adventurous Addition To Royal Enfield Showcase

  Adventurous Redditch residents will be given a taste of travel on two wheels when ‘Trailquest’ parks up at the Royal Enfield showcase this Saturday.
• 
  Published: 21/06/2019
  Armed Forces Flag goes up

  Mayor of Redditch Cllr Roger Bennett helped to fly the flag at Redditch Town Hall on Monday (June 24) in the run up to Armed Forces Day.
• 
  Published: 20/06/2019
  New civil penalties herald simpler enforcement of housing standards

  Landlords could now face civil, rather than criminal, penalties of up to £30,000 for breaking key housing regulations in Redditch, under a new enforcement regime introduced by Redditch Borough Council following changes to UK housing legislation.
• 
  Published: 19/06/2019
  The grass is greener at the Green Fair

  The popular, annual family fun day will be returning to Arrow Valley Countryside Park in July as Redditch Borough Council teams up with Redditch Lions once again.
• 
  Published: 18/06/2019
  Fit Bits and Boobs begins

  Fit Bits and Boobs, an education and exercise programme for people living with or beyond a diagnosis of breast cancer, has started in Redditch.
• 
  Published: 12/06/2019
  "Have a go" worskhops with world leading upcycling artist

  Meet Ben and Prashant who have spent the last three years riding from "motherland to motherland" on two Royal Enfield bikes.
• 
  Published: 07/06/2019
  Apply to be the next John Bonham

  There’s just a few days left for rising stars from Redditch, Worcestershire and beyond have the chance to become the next drumming legend by entering a brand new competition.
• 
  Published: 06/06/2019
  Pathway To Close for Peace Of Mind

  A pair of wooden gates, requested by residents, will be installed at a Redditch care home in a bid to reduce noise nuisance, anti-social behaviour and fear of crime.
• 
  Published: 04/06/2019
  Mayoral charities off to a flier

  The charities chosen by the new Mayor of Redditch have received their first donation of the civic year at the annual cheque presentation of the Redditch Masonic Charity.
• 
  Published: 03/06/2019
  Royal Enfield Memories To Share

  Following the launch of the Royal Enfield Showcase, visitors can share their memories of the factory and the machines in the Redditch heyday.
• 
  Published: 22/05/2019
  Redditch Showcases Royal Enfield: Past, Present and Future

  Redditch Borough Council is delighted to be working in partnership with Royal Enfield to celebrate the town’s links, past present and future, with the iconic brand.
• 
  Published: 05/05/2019
  Redditch Matters is out now!

  Redditch Matters is out now!
• 
  Published: 29/04/2019
  Know your poll cards!

  Residents are being urged not to get confused as polling cards for the European Parliamentary Elections will be hitting doormats this week.
• 
  Published: 25/04/2019
  Fun and games at Easter parties

  The Easter Bunny paid a visit to some lucky youngsters last week at two very special Easter parties.
• 
  Published: 15/04/2019
  Recycling tips for a cracking Easter

  Redditch residents are being offered handy hints to help them crack down on their waste over the busy Easter period, when bin collections will be unchanged from their usual schedules despite the bank holidays.
• 
  Published: 12/04/2019
  Set out your stall at summer events

  Local businesses, crafts people, charities and organisations can show their wares this summer at a variety of public events across the borough.
• 
  Published: 02/04/2019
  Funding secures family friendly follow up project

  An exciting sequel to a borough art project will be starting in May with opportunities for families and residents of all ages to get involved.
• 
  Published: 01/04/2019
  Volunteers to be breast buddies with new mums

  A group of 17 volunteers are set to become breast buddies for other local mums after completing training which enables them to give support to breastfeeding mothers at drop-in support groups in the community.
• 
  Published: 21/03/2019
  More affordable homes set to be built in Redditch

  More affordable homes are set to be built in Redditch after Monday’s planning committee approved the outline proposals.
• 
  Published: 21/03/2019
  Rubicon to Run Visitor Centre in Innovative Move

  The visitor centre at Redditch’s Arrow Valley Countryside Park is set to be managed by the Borough Council’s Leisure Company as part of innovative moves to improve services for residents.
• 
  Published: 19/03/2019
  Just the ticket for creative residents

  Redditch residents are being urged to get their thinking caps on as the Council is set to launch a new fleet of community buses.
• 
  Published: 18/03/2019
  Council considers next steps towards regeneration of district centres

  Redditch Borough Council has published how it hopes to secure a major development partner to draw up and then deliver a ‘comprehensive regeneration’ of Matchborough and Winyates district centres.
• 
  Published: 14/03/2019
  Residents sought to share experiences of service

  Residents are being invited to apply to take part in a project that could help shape Redditch Borough Council’s Council Tax and Benefits services.
• 
  Published: 04/03/2019
  Eat, Drink and Be Healthy

  Redditch tenants are set to titivate their tastebuds as part of a series of events held as part of Nutrition and Hydration Week.
• 
  Published: 04/03/2019
  Headless Cross temporary car park closure

  A car park on the Evesham Road will be temporarily closed for a few days in March whilst essential maintenance work is carried out.
• 
  Published: 04/03/2019
  Set out your stall at Older People’s Services Showcase

  Groups and organisations that provide services in Redditch are being invited to exhibit to the public for free, at the upcoming Older People’s Services Showcase.
• 
  Published: 28/02/2019
  Regenerating Redditch – have your say!

  Redditch residents and visitors are invited to share their opinions of the Town Centre this week at two consultation events.
• 
  Published: 26/02/2019
  Council sets budget

  Redditch Borough Council has approved its budget for the coming year.
• 
  Published: 26/02/2019
  NWHIP scoop prestigious award

  North Worcestershire Hate Incident Partnership, which includes Redditch Borough Council, is proud to announce that their Hate Crime Awareness Conference 2018 has won an award at the British Muslim Awards.
• 
  Published: 19/02/2019
  Make Sure Your Details Are Right

  Redditch residents are being reminded about the deadline for making changes to their details if they are claiming benefits from the Council.
• 
  Published: 18/02/2019
  Latest scam warnings

  Redditch Borough Council are encouraging residents to stay aware after a spate of recent scams and attempted deception in the area.
• 
  Published: 18/02/2019
  Plenty of Fish in the Lake

  There’s plenty more fish in Redditch’s Arrow Valley Lake, thanks to funding from the Borough Council.
• 
  Published: 06/02/2019
  Spark of Success For Taxis Across Bromsgrove

  Ten charge points, for taxi drivers to use, will be installed in Bromsgrove after a successful bid by the District Council for £300,000 of Government cash.
• 
  Published: 04/02/2019
  Grow your business with TLC - Tendering for Local Contracts!

  Redditch firms are being invited to a free event designed to help them understand how to win business that’s available from the borough council and the wider public sector.
• 
  Published: 29/01/2019
  Play your part in the creative future of Redditch

  Redditch residents and groups can have their say on the future of the cultural offer and creative opportunities in the borough at an event in Feb organised by a new ‘creative’ steering group.
• 
  Published: 18/01/2019
  Parking Improvement scheme set for Winyates Green

  Residents in Winyates Green could see some disruption over the coming weeks as works start to make improvements to the area.
• 
  Published: 18/01/2019
  Have your say on Dial-A-Ride service

  Dial-A-ride users in Redditch are being asked to give their views as the service looks to make improvements.
• 
  Published: 17/01/2019
  Redditch Regeneration Project Progresses

  The next steps of a feasibility study to regenerate the town centre and how services are accessed by the community in Redditch, have been taken.
• 
  Published: 15/01/2019
  Major regeneration plans for two district centres

  Two district centres could see major regeneration and improvement works if plans go ahead to redevelop the areas.
• 
  Published: 11/01/2019
  New Year, New Director for Rubicon

  The New Year has seen a new managing director of Redditch Borough Council’s leisure company, appointed.
• 
  Published: 11/01/2019
  On The Road To Something Huge

  Plans which could see a European event held in Redditch was top of the agenda during a second tranche of top talks between Council leaders and Royal Enfield bosses.
• 
  Published: 10/01/2019
  Global company agrees primary authority partner

  A global building materials supplier has partnered with a single local authority regulator to cover all its 216 local authority regulated sites in England, after striking a ‘Primary Authority’ deal.
• 
  Published: 08/01/2019
  Removal set for ‘new town’ era poplars that are dying off

  Some of Redditch’s new town era trees that have reached the end of their lives are to be removed later this month.

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