News archive for 2019
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Published: 13/12/2019 New Year, new look for Batchley shopping areaResidents may see some disruption early in the New Year as works to improve parking around Batchley’s lower shops begins. -
Published: 05/12/2019 Countdown to community lottery launchChristmas 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 CampDrumming 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 reviewOptions 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 VCSVoluntary 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 12Time 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 ServiceRedditch 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 ProgrammeThe 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 2019Redditch Christmas Lights Switch On 2019 -
Published: 07/11/2019 Executive To Discuss The Future Of Rubicon Business CentreExecutive 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 CentreExecutive members are set to consider the latest plans to regenerate the centre of Redditch. -
Published: 06/11/2019 Good to turn up for Lottery fundingAn 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 NovemberFor four-legged friends November 5th going with a bang is not ‘paw-some’. -
Published: 24/10/2019 Top Talks With VCS To Be HeldExecutive 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 TestAssess 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 LoutsResidents 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 SayResidents 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 ComRedditch Borough Council’s next round of free computer courses for beginners has been launched – in time for Get Online Week. -
Published: 27/09/2019 Ready? Strong and Steady Classes are Go!A class which allows residents to increase their balance and confidence is set to be launched in Redditch. -
Published: 26/09/2019 Polling place proposals out nowA 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 YearThe 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 contractThere’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 PotBorough 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 ReturnsA 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 AwardedRedditch 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: 02/09/2019 Take part in the annual residents-only surveyA wide-ranging survey that helps inform Redditch Borough Council’s thinking for the year ahead has launched. -
Published: 27/08/2019 Proposed new tenancy agreement is out to consultationPeople 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 SeptemberNEW Escape Pain course starting September -
Published: 20/08/2019 Have your say on the future of motoring in RedditchHave your say on the future of motoring in Redditch -
Published: 15/08/2019 Residents Can Be In Control Of Their Council Tax AccountsNow 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 dayOur 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 availableCommunity 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 CardsRedditch 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 DistrictBusinesses in Redditch town centre have voted in favour of establishing a Business Improvement District (BID). -
Published: 26/07/2019 Regional internet outage is affecting servicesRegional internet outage is affecting services -
Published: 24/07/2019 Get creative over the summer holidaysResidents 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’ removedRedditch 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 optionsPhoto 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 restartThe 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 reviewA five-yearly administrative review of Redditch’s polling districts, places, and stations has begun. -
Published: 19/07/2019 Council opposes Foxlydiate demolition proposalsProposals 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 FlintstonesCustomers 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 RedditchRedditch’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: 09/07/2019 Sun shines on Green Fair and Lions Fun Day crowdsThousands from across the West Midlands enjoyed a fun-filled summer afternoon in Arrow Valley Country Park, as a team of organisations put on Redditch’s annual Green Fair and Lions Fun Day. -
Published: 26/06/2019 Tenants Urged To Update DetailsRedditch 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 ShowcaseAdventurous 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 upMayor 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 standardsLandlords 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 FairThe 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 beginsFit Bits and Boobs, an education and exercise programme for people living with or beyond a diagnosis of breast cancer, has started in Redditch. -
Published: 13/06/2019 Flood advice issued after heavy overnight rainAdvice on rain and flooding has been issued in Redditch after a heavy downpour overnight. -
Published: 12/06/2019 "Have a go" worskhops with world leading upcycling artistMeet 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 BonhamThere’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 MindA 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 flierThe 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 ShareFollowing 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 FutureRedditch 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. -
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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 partiesThe 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 EasterRedditch 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 eventsLocal 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 projectAn 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 mumsA 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 RedditchMore 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 MoveThe 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: 20/03/2019 Sign Of The Times For Anti-Litter AreasAreas ‘adopted’ by people helping to care for their local environment will have new anti-littering signs erected in them, in a new campaign backed by Redditch Borough Council. -
Published: 19/03/2019 Just the ticket for creative residentsRedditch 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 centresRedditch 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 serviceResidents 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 HealthyRedditch 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 closureA 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 ShowcaseGroups 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 budgetRedditch Borough Council has approved its budget for the coming year. -
Published: 26/02/2019 NWHIP scoop prestigious awardNorth 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 RightRedditch 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 warningsRedditch 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 LakeThere’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 BromsgroveTen 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 RedditchRedditch 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: 28/01/2019 Board members wanted. Got a passion for leisure?The brand new company shaping the future of leisure & cultural services in Redditch is inviting applications to sit on its board. -
Published: 18/01/2019 Parking Improvement scheme set for Winyates GreenResidents 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 serviceDial-A-ride users in Redditch are being asked to give their views as the service looks to make improvements. -
Published: 17/01/2019 Essential tree maintenance plannedResidents may see some disruption in the Town Centre later this month as maintenance work to the trees outside St Stephens Church is carried out. -
Published: 17/01/2019 Redditch Regeneration Project ProgressesThe 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 centresTwo 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 RubiconThe 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 HugePlans 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 partnerA 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 offSome 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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