Category: Masterplan
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Why such short notice? | Left out, shut out, a continual consultation failure and neglect of duty to the public
Sent from a resident group to Birmingham City Council – reposted here with permission. Dear Administrators/ Management Team Berkley Homes/ St Joseph’s/ Acting on Behalf of Birmingham City Council Ref Ladywood Regeneration. I wish to express concern at the extremely short notification of meeting dates for such an extremely important project. This is email is…
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“What regeneration priorities should the policy focus on?” – suggestions for the ongoing Local plan consultation
The Local Plan, which sets out the city’s priorities, objectives, and long-term vision, is currently open for consultation until 4 December. The full link to the consultation is: https://consult.birmingham.gov.uk/kpse/event/2889040D-72A3-4F9E-8CAB-7F26AE856C34 The Local Plan includes a section on the regeneration of Ladywood. Here are some suggested thoughts for Question 15, regarding Ladywood: “What regeneration priorities should the…
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Ladywood Unite | In Solidarity with Druids Heath
Ladywood Unite stands in solidarity with Druids Heath. On Thursday 23 October, Birmingham City Council Councillors will vote on proposals to demolish over 1,800 homes and displace people who love their homes and don’t want to leave. The plans will have major negative impact on the provision of social housing and on the local community.…
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Unanswered questions at the Scrutiny meeting
On September 11, the Ladywood Regeneration was discussed at the Homes Overview and Scrutiny Committee. The answers given to councillors’ questions raised further concerns about the regeneration. The context “A report without context is very difficult to understand,” the Chair of the committee noted at the beginning of the meeting. The report submitted to the…
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Questions regarding Berkeley Group’s Ladywood household displacement targets
It is deeply concerning that 30% of residents — nearly half of those living outside the towers — appear to be facing displacement as a result of the Ladywood regeneration plans. Below, a resident has written to the Berkeley Group seeking clarification. We await their response. Dear Berkeley Group, I am writing re: the fourth…
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Ladywood Unite | in solidarity with Druids Heath
Residents in Druids Heath, Birmingham, are also at risk of unnecessary demolition – some have already been demolished and displaced. They have a planning application – but it has the wrong postcode… how are residents supposed to know they are at risk of demolition? Object to it here. Read more here. Reflections from last weekend…
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Residents express dismay at MP Shabana Mahmood’s latest statement on the Ladywood regeneration and its disregard for residents’ well-being.
On December 6, MP Shabana Mahmood published the results of her survey on the Ladywood regeneration. The findings are unequivocal: The regeneration has severely impacted the mental health of residents in the Ladywood regeneration area. The looming threat of demolition has prevented residents from investing in their homes, carrying out renovations, retiring or making plans…
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Questions for the council: when the future depends on the meaning of “viability”
Just over a year ago, Birmingham City Council (BCC) voted to award the regeneration of the Ladywood Estate to St Joseph, a subsidiary of the Berkeley group. For many residents, the news came as a shock. Since then, the future of the neighbourhood has remained uncertain, and the lives of residents precarious. What does the…
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Does an indicative masterplan exist? Perhaps an ‘illustrative vision’ ?
5 May 2024, 12:32 Dear Colette and Councillor Francis, cc Helen, George, and Younis,I am writing regarding the recent council response (attached) to Ladywood Unite, which stated: “The Cabinet report referenced does refer to a ‘masterplan’, which on reflection was not the right language to use.” Inaccurate language and information can mislead decision-makers and the public, potentially leading to…
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I went to 18th of April 2024 surgery in Ladywood Community Health Centre
I went to 18th of April 2024 surgery in Ladywood Community Health Centre (my views only – notes not approved by council) These are the questions I have asked Colette and one of her colleagues from council. Q1. As a homeowner can you explain how I would benefit even 1% from the Ladywood Regeneration? A1.…
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Questions for the council: what happened to democracy?
The regeneration has been consistently characterised by a democratic deficit since its very early stages in 2019 and 2020, when residents witnessed a general breakdown of democratic representation and BCC’s failure to fulfil its duty consult ahead of the bidding process In June 2019, Ladywood councillors issued a first leaflet pledging their commitment to help…
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Response by Birmingham City Council to 22 questions from Ladywood Unite
What do you think of the replies? Are there other things you would like to know? Please post your comments below. One of our main reflections is that we don’t just want information and to inform decisions. Instead, we deserve seats at the decision making table. These are our homes, businesses, and places of worship…
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