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Residents survey 2022
The council has commissioned ORS to carry out our next residents survey. This asks about residents’ views of the council, its services and the borough. The survey will take place with a representative sample of residents, primarily by telephone, with limited in-street interviews, from the end of July until September. MoreClosed 18 September 2022 -
Community Safety and Serious Violence Strategy
Reading’s Community Safety Partnership is a statutory partnership that brings together Reading Borough Council, Thames Valley Police, Royal Berkshire Fire & Rescue Service, the Probation Service, Brighter Futures for Children and other organisations involved in preventing and tackling crime and disorder in the town. The partnership provides the platform for these groups to work together to address priority issues and make Reading a safer place to live, work and visit. The partnership... MoreClosed 5 September 2022 -
Reading’s Domestic Abuse and Safe Accommodation Strategy 2023 – 2026
Domestic abuse is a public health issue, which can affect anyone regardless of their age, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and disability. The Domestic Abuse Act 2021, defines Domestic Abuse a s individuals aged 16 and over who are ‘personally connected’ to one another who may be experiencing behaviours inclusive of : Physical abuse Sexual abuse Violent or threatening behaviour Controlling... MoreClosed 5 September 2022 -
Crescent Road Traffic Regulation Order (School Street)
The effect of this Experimental Traffic Regulation Order is to prohibit any motor vehicle, except eligible vehicles as agreed by Reading Borough Council, to enter into or proceed in the length of Crescent Road (between Wokingham Road and Bulmershe Road) from 8.15 – 9.00am and 2.45 – 3.30pm , Monday to Friday term time only. Crescent Road (between Wokingham Road and Bulmershe Road) shall become a pedestrian and cycle zone. The Order will come into operation on... MoreClosed 28 August 2022 -
Resident Parking Permit Trial (Digital)
It has long been an ambition for the Council to switch over to a digital system for its parking permits. We are now in a position to run a digital parking permit pilot - trialled in Lower Caversham as part of a Council initiative to create a simpler, more flexible and more responsive service for local residents. Key to the pilot will be feedback from local residents who live in the trial area and, if successful, it could be rolled out boroughwide. Digital... MoreClosed 24 August 2022 -
Waiting Restriction Review 2022A
To introduce, remove or amend existing waiting restrictions and parking places either in the interests of safety or in response to demand. This has necessitated changing or revising existing Traffic Orders. Objections or comments should be sent in by: Filling out the online survey below Emailing highway.objections@reading.gov.uk Or in writing to Highway Objections, Network Services, Highways & Traffic Services, Reading Borough... MoreClosed 17 August 2022 -
Active Travel: Sidmouth Street Cycle Lane
In 2020, the Government launched a £2 billion package to create a new era for cycling and walking in the UK. As part of this, a new Active Travel Fund was released, consisting of a number of ‘Tranches’. In May 2020 an urgent report to the Council’s Policy Committee set out high-level proposals for short, medium and long-term initiatives to encourage greater use of active and public transport options. The short-term proposals were specifically addressing the immediate need to promote... MoreClosed 10 August 2022 -
Active Travel Fund: Bath Road - Castle Hill Consultation
As set out in our Transport Strategy 2036, we want to make Reading a great place to live, work, study and play. Our vision is to develop a sustainable transport system that creates an attractive, green and vibrant town with neighbourhoods that promote healthy choices and wellbeing. We’ve secured more than £2.5 million through the Government’s Active Travel Fund to help us achieve this. As well as helping to improve the health, wellbeing and safety of everyone in Reading, these... MoreClosed 1 August 2022 -
Norcot Road Zebra crossing
Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) contributions have been made available to propose a new zebra crossing on Norcot Road, close to its junction with Blundells Road. This proposal establishes the Councils commitment in providing quality pedestrian facilities and to improve mobility for all. MoreClosed 8 June 2022 -
Active travel tranche 2: Shinfield Road proposals
As set out in our Transport Strategy 2036, we want to make Reading a great place to live, work, study and play. Our vision is to develop a sustainable transport system that creates an attractive, green and vibrant town with neighbourhoods that promote healthy choices and wellbeing. We’ve secured more than £1 million through the Government’s Active Travel Fund to help us achieve this. As well as helping to improve the health, wellbeing and safety of everyone in Reading, these... MoreClosed 2 June 2022 -
Moving Traffic Offences Consultation
Part 6 of the Traffic Management Act (2004) , allows Local Authorities outside of London to enforce against specific moving traffic offences. T he Government are giving Councils the option to apply to enforce against ‘moving traffic offences’ using these powers for the first time. These rules can currently only be enforced by the police under criminal law. The Department for Transport (DfT) announced in 2020 that... MoreClosed 20 May 2022 -
Prospect Park play area
We are inviting local residents to help choose a design for the new play area at Prospect Park. As part of the Council’s major investment across Reading’s parks, Prospect Park has been earmarked as a priority for improvements to play equipment, including providing accessible equipment for children of all abilities. The play area will see a major investment of £530,000, which will relocate the existing playground and create a brand-new... MoreClosed 22 April 2022 -
Citizens' Panel recruitment
The Council's online citizens' panel has now been running for a number years, with members taking part in a variety of surveys and other methods of engagement. MoreClosed 31 March 2022 -
ASB Team Closed Case Survey 2021-2022
ASB survey for customers with closed cases. MoreClosed 31 March 2022 -
Waiting Restriction Review 2021B
To introduce, remove or amend existing waiting restrictions and parking places either in the interests of safety or in response to demand. This has necessitated changing or revising existing Traffic Orders. Objections or comments should be sent in by: Filling out the online survey below Emailing highway.objections@reading.gov.uk Or in writing to Michael Graham LLB (Hons), MBA Assistant Director of Legal and Democratic Services, Reading Borough Council, Civic Offices, Bridge... MoreClosed 23 February 2022 -
S257 Modification Order consultation – Footpath 21A Reading
Public footpaths, bridleways, restricted byways and byways open to all traffic are recorded on Definitive Maps and Statements. These Maps and Statements provide conclusive evidence of the existence of public rights. Under Section 257 of the Town & Country Planning Act 1990, the Local Authority may make orders for the stopping up or diversion of a footpath, bridleway or restricted byway on receipt of an application. This type of application can only be made where the... MoreClosed 9 February 2022 -
Investing in Reading’s Future, Reading Borough Council budget consultation 2022/23
Reading Borough Council is consulting on its budget for the financial year 2022/23. We are inviting input from people who live and work in Reading, partners, local businesses, and people who come into Reading to use our services. The consultation is open from 21 December 2021 to 14 January 2022. If you require this consultation in another format such as large print, braille or in translation please email budget@reading.gov.uk MoreClosed 14 January 2022 -
Kenavon Drive play area refurbishment and landscape design
Reading Borough Council is inviting residents to have their say and vote on their preferred design for the refurbishment and improvement of Kenavon Drive Play Area. Kenavon Drive Play Area is benefiting from £100k s106 investment as part of a wider scheme of improvement works. The complete replacement and enlargement of this playground means it will benefit from new multi-units for all children, toddlers and juniors, a combination swing unit, play... MoreClosed 16 December 2021 -
Thameside Primary School Traffic Regulation Order (School Street)
The effect of this Experimental Traffic Regulation Order is to prohibit any motor vehicle, except eligible vehicles as agreed by Reading Borough Council, to enter into or proceed in the full length of Harley Road at 8:25 – 8:55am and 2:55 – 3:25pm, Monday to Friday in term time only . Harley Road shall become a Pedestrian and cycle zone. This Experimental Traffic Regulation Order has been made now a Permanent Traffic Regulation Order on 20th July 2022. MoreClosed 7 December 2021 -
Wilson Road School Traffic Regulation Order (School Street)
The effect of this Experimental Traffic Regulation Order is to prohibit any motor vehicle, except eligible vehicles as agreed by Reading Borough Council, to enter into or proceed in the length of Wilson Road (between Oxford Road and Westbourne Terrace) from 8.15 – 9.15am and 2.45 – 3.45pm , Monday to Friday term time only. Wilson Road (between Oxford Road and Westbourne Terrace) shall become a Pedestrian and cycle zone. This Experimental Traffic Regulation Order... MoreClosed 7 December 2021 -
Active Travel Fund - Shinfield Road - Further Consultation
As set out in our Transport Strategy 2036, we want to make Reading a great place to live, work, study and play. Our vision is to develop a sustainable transport system that creates an attractive, green and vibrant town with neighbourhoods that promote healthy choices and wellbeing. We’ve secured more than £1 million through the Government’s Active Travel Fund to help us achieve this. As well as helping to improve the health, wellbeing and safety of everyone in... MoreClosed 6 December 2021 -
Community Safety Survey 2021
The purpose of this survey is to ask residents their views about crime and disorder and other local issues, to help identify priorities across Reading. The Safer Neighbourhood Forums are required to consult on priorities with a community safety focus every 2 years. MoreClosed 3 December 2021 -
Coley Safer Streets
The following survey is your chance to determine how Safer Streets funding awarded to Reading Borough Council will be spent in the Coley area. The funding was awarded by Thames Valley’s Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner, who were successful in bidding to the Home Office, to address acquisitive crime in Coley (burglary, theft, robbery, theft from vehicles) and other local crime concerns. Following a Coley Safer Streets Fun Day held on 19 September, where we asked residents for... MoreClosed 28 November 2021 -
Consultation on proposed changes to the Local Council Tax Reduction scheme for Reading 2022/23
Reading’s Local Council Tax Reduction (LCTR) scheme began on 1 April 2013, when the Government abolished the national Council Tax Benefit Scheme. Our scheme helps “working age” people who have a low income, or no income, pay their Council Tax. Pensioners are protected under separate legislation, and are not affected by our scheme, or the proposed changes that are the subject of this consultation. MoreClosed 21 November 2021 -
Church End Lane: School Keep Clear restrictions
Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) contributions have been made available to propose a new zebra crossing on Church End Lane, north east of its junction with Neath Gardens. Should a pedestrian crossing be approved for installation at this location, then the existing ‘School Keep Clear’ markings will need to be moved. Please see the notice and drawing at the bottom of this page for the new proposed locations for these markings. MoreClosed 4 November 2021 -
Garrard Street -Traffic Regulation Order consultation
The Station Hill area redevelopment has been gaining momentum, with works recently commencing to demolish Garrard Street car park and commence construction work on the site that spans both sides of Garrard Street. It is expected that there will be a safety and operational need to restrict stopping/parking along the street for a number of years during the various phases of major construction work. It is recommended that, in seeking viable taxi feeder options for the... MoreClosed 4 November 2021 -
Addington Road zebra crossing consultation
Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) contributions have been made available to propose a new zebra crossing on Addington Road, between its junctions with Eastern Avenue and Erleigh Road. This proposal establishes the Councils commitment in providing quality pedestrian facilities and to improve mobility for all. MoreClosed 28 October 2021 -
Church End Lane zebra crossing consultation
Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) contributions have been made available to propose a new zebra crossing on Church End Lane, north east of its junction with Neath Gardens. This proposal establishes the Councils commitment in providing quality pedestrian facilities and to improve mobility for all. MoreClosed 28 October 2021 -
Norcot Road zebra crossing consultation
Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) contributions have been made available to propose a new zebra crossing on Norcot Road, close to its junction with Blundells Road. This proposal establishes the Councils commitment in providing quality pedestrian facilities and to improve mobility for all. MoreClosed 28 October 2021 -
Park Lane Junior School Traffic Regulation Order (School Street)
The effect of this Experimental Traffic Regulation Order is to prohibit any motor vehicle, except eligible vehicles as agreed by Reading Borough Council, to enter into or proceed in the full lengths of Downing Road and Lambourne close from 8.30am to 9.00am and 2.55pm to 3.35pm, Monday to Friday term time only. Downing Road and Lambourne Close shall become a Pedestrian and cycle zone. This Experimental Traffic Regulation Order had been made a Permanent Traffic Regulation... MoreClosed 18 October 2021
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