Category: Residents Charter
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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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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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(Mis)Understanding Ladywood: Concerns about the feedback reports
In August, the Berkeley Homes team shared a report following their ‘Understanding Ladywood’ workshops held over the summer. These workshops were presented as providing an “opportunity for residents to meet the project team and help shape the early direction of the masterplan”. The report raises significant questions about what lies ahead for Ladywood residents. Displacement…
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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 Press Release and Updates
Here is our latest press release from Ladywood Unite, which sets out the community’s Principles and Red Lines following extensive local consultation throughout May and June. As part of this process, we also consulted with Birmingham City Council, the developer (representatives from Berkeley Group and St Joseph), and our MP, Shabana Mahmood. Attached are the Principles and Red…
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The charter and other unanswered questions
The signing of the Development Agreement between Birmingham City Council (BCC) and St Joseph/Berkeley Homes, formally announced on April 30, marks a new chapter in the Ladywood regeneration. The commitments made—including delivering 20% affordable housing, minimising demolition, establishing a Steering Committee, appointing an independent advisor, and holding further consultation before finalising the Residents’ Charter—were presented…
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Resident reflections on visit from Geoff Bell, Woodberry Down, London
Resident reflections on visit from Geoff Bell, Woodberry Down, London DISCLAIMER: By reading this blog, you should be aware that the views and opinions expressed are those of local residents who attended a discussion with Geoff Bell. They do not necessarily reflect the views of any official body, local authority, developer, Geoff Bell himself, or other…
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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: Community charter – another survey
BCC invited further feedback on the draft of the Community Charter. While the newsletter sent on August 28 referred to the survey, council officers in contact with Ladywood Unite have failed to mention the survey in their communications. This omission is a serious shortcoming. The survey will close on December 2. You can fill the…
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Questions for the council: consultations and the community charter
BCC invited more feedback on the draft of the Community Charter. The newsletter that was sent on August 28 read: “The charter has been developed in collaboration with the community after extensive consultation. We held a series of workshops in October and November 2023. After these workshops took place, we ran an online survey in…
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Questions for the council: the community charter – some questions to ask
Here are some comments and suggested questions you can raise in the upcoming charter workshops. These comments and suggestions are ordered according to the structure of the charter itself. A summary of the list of questions can be found below for download 1. Welcome Sharing Power Powered by People is an official BCC policy. In…
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Information about new builds
A Ladywood Unite supporter has provided the below information about new builds for us to consider. We will need to be careful about any offer to us regarding new builds. https://toomeylegal.co.uk/do-new-build-properties-hold-their-value/
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