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Consultation on the Draft Design Guide to Shopfronts
Reading Borough Council is now consulting on a Draft Design Guide to Shopfronts SPD until 24th September 2021. With the new Local Plan having been adopted in November 2019, the Council is in the process of publishing a number of Supplementary Planning Document (SPDs) which give further guidance on the implementation of policies within the Local Plan. The Draft Design Guide for Shopfronts provides user-friendly guidance on how planning applications affecting shopfronts will be decided.... MoreClosed 24 September 2021 -
Residents survey 2021
The Council has commissioned Marketing Means 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, in August and September. Covid measures will be in place to ensure that the in-street interviews are conducted safely. MoreClosed 18 September 2021 -
Reading Libraries Consultation
This consultation is now closed. We are developing a ‘vision’ for our library service to ensure it is forward looking, innovative and provides an excellent experience for everyone. We’ve set out a draft idea of what we hope to achieve and what we think our priorities should be. We need your help. We want to know more about how you use the library service, what you think of it, where you think our priorities should lie and what should be our future goals - for example, what... MoreClosed 17 September 2021 -
Kidmore Road: zebra crossing
Reading Borough Council is proposing a new controlled pedestrian crossing (a zebra crossing) to support walking to Caversham Primary School, and to support pedestrians at all times of the day, in crossing the junction with Oakley Road. This proposal supports active, healthy travel in removing some of the barriers that may exist toward switching to a sustainable mode of transport. At the bottom of this page you will find a copy of the statutory notice for the zebra crossing, along... MoreClosed 8 September 2021 -
Cemetery Services consultation
In October 2020, representations were made to the Council stating that the Bereavement Service did not fully meet the needs of our communities. Specifically, this related to our cemetery maintenance operations and the types of grave available to families. A review of our service has been completed and we are now consulting on the draft proposals. The proposals are provided in the document called Cemetery and Crematorium Rules and Regulations here . F urther... MoreClosed 12 August 2021 -
Dover Street play area consultation
Dover Street play area is a small urban facility near to the town centre and is appreciated by the residents it serves. The council are taking the opportunity to replace existing equipment and surfaces that have reached the 'end of their life'. The new and improved facility will include a good mix of robust equipment targetted for users up to the age of 12 years old. We would really like to know which is your preferred scheme. MoreClosed 6 August 2021 -
Courage Park Play Areas
Courage Park is a popular local park. Currently the site has a mixed-age play area with equipment that needs replacing. The proposed new Courage Park Play area is for junior provision to complement the new toddler play area at the Wensley Road flats site. This is all part of the wider Wensley Estate Improvement scheme. The new play areas will include a good mix of robust, age-appropriate play equipment which is accessible to all abilities. The Council has invited playground... MoreClosed 6 August 2021 -
Waiting Restriction Review 2021A
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 M Graham, Assistant Director of Legal and Democratic Services, Reading Borough Council, Civic Offices, Reading, RG1 2LU by... MoreClosed 4 August 2021 -
Public Consultation for the Berkshire West Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2021-2030
Over the next ten years, the Berkshire West Joint health and wellbeing strategy will aim to make life happier and healthier for everyone. Residents of Reading are being invited to review the draft Berkshire West Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2021-2030. The draft strategy aims to drive positive change to tackle the underlying causes of poor health and wellbeing across Reading, West Berkshire and Wokingham (the three local authorities within the Berkshire West Integrated Care... MoreClosed 4 August 2021 -
Katesgrove Area Resident Permit Scheme
The proposed new resident permit parking scheme in the Katesgrove area is intended to create a managed parking scheme that priorities resident parking in this area. This proposal follows the receipt of local requests for such measures and informal consultations to gauge the wider desirability for a scheme to be developed. We have undertaken to develop a scheme that balances the need to maximise the level of available parking places with restrictions that enable periods of... MoreClosed 4 August 2021 -
Portman Road Children's Playground Refurbishment
Reading Borough Council is inviting residents to vote on their preferred design for the refurbishment of Portman Road Children’s Playground. Portman Road Children’s Playground is benefiting from £94k s106 investment. The refurbishment and improvement of this playground means it will benefit from: an inclusive multi-unit which caters for toddlers and juniors, an inclusive roundabout, a large basket swing, a mix of single items of play equipment which provide varied play... MoreClosed 30 July 2021 -
Investing in community support
Investing in community support has been part of Reading Borough Council’s plans for many years. Community based organisations have a proud history of supporting people to live better and to enjoy healthier lives, and are key partners in achieving the Council’s aims. Since 2016, the Council has focused on ‘narrowing the gap’ between different groups of residents. A number of voluntary and community organisations are now delivering services under funding agreements with the Council... MoreClosed 25 July 2021 -
Public Rights of Way consultation
Public Rights of Way are rights across land accessible by the public, and which allow them to pass along them at any time they choose. You can walk on all Public Rights of Way. Some Public Rights of Way are also open to horse riders, cyclists or motorists You can use: footpaths - for walking, running, mobility scooters or powered wheelchairs bridleways - for walking, horse riding, bicycles, mobility... MoreClosed 24 July 2021 -
Granville Road Resident Permit Scheme
The proposed new resident permit parking scheme for the Granville Road area is intended to create a managed parking scheme that prioritises resident parking in the area. This proposal follows the receipt of local requests for such measures and informal consultations to gauge the wider desirability for a scheme to be developed. We have undertaken to develop a scheme that balances the need to maximise the level of available parking places with restrictions that enable periods of... MoreClosed 21 July 2021 -
Satellite Class consultation
Meeting the needs of young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND): Proposal to establish an Avenue School Satellite Class within the Ridgeway School for children requiring a special school place Reading Borough Council is statutorily obliged to provide enough school places for all young people in Reading; including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). There is an identified gap in school learning provision in Reading for primary aged... MoreClosed 5 July 2021 -
Blagdon Early Years SCD Resourced Base Consultation
Meeting the needs of pre-school children with social communication difficulties: Establishing an Early Years Social Communication Difficulties (EY SCD) Resourced Base at Blagdon Nursery Reading Borough Council have a statutory duty to ensure there are sufficient childcare places available in Reading this includes for children with SEND. There is an increasing number of young children across Reading who have been identified as having significant social communication... MoreClosed 30 June 2021 -
Citizens' Panel recruitment 2021
The Council's online citizens' panel has now been running for a number years, with members taking part in at least 15 surveys. By being part of the citizens’ panel and sharing your views, you’re helping us to understand what residents think about Council services, and to ensure that decisions and policy making reflect your priorities. For example, as a result of the responses received from the public consultation on c hanges to the Concessionary Fares Scheme for Access Pass... MoreClosed 30 June 2021 -
Norcot Early Years SCD Resourced Base Consultation
Meeting the needs of 3-4 year old pre-school children with social communication difficulties: Establishing an Early Years Social Communication Difficulties (EY SCD) Resourced Base at Norcot Nursery School, which is a part of Norcot Early Years Centre. Reading Borough Council have a statutory duty to ensure there are sufficient childcare places available in Reading including children with SEND. There is an increasing number of young children across Reading who have... MoreClosed 22 June 2021 -
Upper Woodcote Road: 'School Keep Clear' markings
With the development of the Heights School at Mapledurham Playing Fields, the Council is now carrying out a consultation with the public on the installation of a ‘school keep clear’ restriction which would prevent vehicles from parking on the school entrance markings between Monday to Friday (8am-5pm). This restriction is intended to help manage the highway network around the school entrance and improve road safety for pedestrians. We are now carrying out statutory... MoreClosed 4 June 2021 -
Shilling Close Resident Permit Scheme
The proposed new resident permit parking scheme for Shilling Close is intended to create a managed parking scheme that priorities resident parking in this area. This proposal follows the receipt of local requests for such measures and informal consultations to gauge the wider desirability for a scheme to be developed. We are now carrying out statutory consultation on this proposal. Objections or comments should be sent in by: Filling out the online survey below ... MoreClosed 4 June 2021 -
Upper Woodcote Road: zebra crossing
With the development of the Heights School at Mapledurham Playing Fields, the Council is carrying out a consultation with the Police on the installation of a zebra crossing near the school. The crossing is intended to aid the movement of pedestrians to and from the school over the A4074 Upper Woodcote Road so as to promote the use of alternative modes to the private car and alleviate traffic congestion around the school. The location of the zebra has been chosen to serve... MoreClosed 4 June 2021 -
Changes to allocations scheme
All Local Authorities are legally required to have an Allocations Scheme which sets out how we prioritise applicants for social housing, and how social housing is allocated via our Choice Based Lettings system known as Homechoice at Reading. You can see Reading Borough Council’s current scheme at https://www.reading.gov.uk/housing/find-a-home/homechoice/ At Reading Borough Council, we are reviewing our housing Allocations Scheme. Our aims are to make the scheme fairer and easier to... MoreClosed 12 May 2021 -
Active Travel Fund - Cycling, Walking and Public Transport - Initial Engagement
As set out in the Reading 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. We’re working to improve walking, cycling and public transport... MoreClosed 23 April 2021 -
Consultation on allocation of the neighbourhood portion of the Community Infrastructure Levy
Background The Council collects money for infrastructure from new developments through the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL). This is a charge based on the floorspace of new developments. Under the CIL regulations, the Council needs to put 15% of the collected CIL money towards infrastructure in the relevant area where development takes place. This is referred to here as ‘15% local CIL’. For many other authorities, this means passing the money to parish councils, but in... MoreClosed 16 April 2021 -
Berkeley Avenue Crossing Facility
As part of the NCN 422 cycle route within Berkeley Avenue traffic islands were removed to facilitate the mandatory cycle lane. Unbeknown at the time a set of traffic islands close to Ashley Road provided a valued pedestrian crossing point across Berkeley Avenue. Despite the islands being for the purpose of traffic separation and not being equipped with dropped kerbs a pedestrian desire line had become well established. Following the removal of the traffic island the council received a... MoreClosed 16 April 2021 -
Cintra Close Resident Permit Scheme
The proposed new resident permit parking scheme for Cintra Close is intended to create a managed parking scheme that priorities resident parking in this area. This proposal follows the receipt of local requests for such measures and informal consultations to gauge the wider desirability for a scheme to be developed. We are now carrying out statutory consultation on this proposal. Objections or comments should be sent in by: Filling out the online survey below Emailing... MoreClosed 16 April 2021 -
Grovelands Road Area Resident Permit Scheme
The proposed new resident permit parking scheme for the Grovelands Road area is intended to create a managed parking scheme that prioritises resident parking in the area. This proposal follows the receipt of local requests for such measures and informal consultations to gauge the wider desirability for a scheme to be developed. We have undertaken to develop a scheme that balances the need to maximise the level of available parking places with restrictions that enable periods of... MoreClosed 16 April 2021 -
Waiting Restriction Review 2020:Elmhurst Road
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 M Graham, Head of Legal and Democratic Services, Reading Borough Council, Civic Offices, Reading, RG1 2LU by no later than... MoreClosed 8 April 2021 -
ASB Team Closed Case Survey 2020-2021
ASB survey for customers with closed cases. MoreClosed 31 March 2021 -
Vote for your favourite Abbey Gateway carved head
2021 marks the 900th anniversary of the foundation of Reading Abbey, once one of Europe’s largest royal monasteries, by King Henry I. As part of this year’s anniversary celebrations, we are running a project to carve one of the incomplete head-stops that decorate the outside of Reading’s Abbey Gateway. The Abbey Gateway, located along Abbot’s Walk opposite the Forbury Gardens and next to the modern day Reading crown Court, is one of only two complete... MoreClosed 1 March 2021
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