Category: Timeline
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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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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: 86% of respondents reported that the regeneration has negatively affected their mental health, with 60% stating it has affected them very negatively. 71% oppose the regeneration plans and state their opinions remain unchanged over the…
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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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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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A treasure of replies from the council – timelines, CPOs, etc.
The minutes from the council meeting on 9 January 2024 have now arrived online. Thank you to all of the Councillors asking questions on our behalf! We have had some answers on right to return, masterplan, consultation, community organisers, the residents charter, project resources, and the eight principles that have been missing. What do you…
