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October 2021
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Welcome to the latest edition of our online newsletter for residents.
Former Magistrates' Court – public exhibition
Many thanks to everyone who visited the recent public exhibition at Coronation Gardens showing proposed plans for the Former Magistrates' Court in Kidderminster.
Despite torrential rain, residents and local business owners were able to see the plans currently submitted to the planning department at Wyre Forest District Council and discuss them with team at NWedR and architects Burrell Foley Fischer.
There will be another exhibition soon so that people unable to attend will have the opportunity to see and comment on the proposed plans. Feedback is being collated and will feed into plans for the transformation of the heritage building on Worcester Street being funded through the Future High Streets Fund.
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Let's keep life moving
Following the success of the first walk-in covid vaccination clinic in August there was another one on Saturday 11 September.
At the clinic in September, 160 people grabbed their first or second jab.
We currently have 409 Coronavirus cases in the district. This is above the Worcestershire average of 380 and England average of 340.
The COVID-19 vaccine helps us keep enjoying the things we love. Book your appointment now at nhs.uk.
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Planning application search and comment
Our planning application viewer will be unavailable from Monday 25 October to Thursday 28 October due to a system upgrade.
During this time you will not be able to search, view or comment on applications. Any consultation periods due to end within this time will be extended by 5 working days. We apologise for any inconvenience.
Please note, this does not affect the Local Plan examination on main modifications.
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Local Plan
We’re entering the final stages of the process to adopt a new Local Plan.
The Local Plan identifies where development sites for homes and business will be and the services and infrastructure needed to support them.
On Thursday (7 October) our Overview and Scrutiny Committee will consider a report which sets out the Main Modifications identified by the Planning Inspector. These are recommendations which the inspector feels necessary to make the Plan ‘sound’ and legally compliant.
Throughout the process of developing the Local Plan we’ve asked you to have your say. A further six weeks of consultation on the Main Modifications looks set to take place later in October. If the consultation is given the go ahead, you will be invited to submit your comments, but only in respect of the Main Modifications.
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Free showcase events
A free Showcase of Services for Older People is being held on Thursday 7 October at Kidderminster Town Hall, 10am to 1.30pm.
We have organised the event in partnership with Simply Limitless, 'Age UK BRWF' and Carefour.
The showcase will feature a wide range of organisations offering advice and information on a range of topics including healthy living, finances, benefits and local services.
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Come along to the first children’s, young persons and families showcase event on Thursday 14 October at Kidderminster Youth Centre from 1pm to 5pm.
The event has been set-up to empower young people and support families to access mental wellbeing services.
There will be more than 25 organisations on hand to offer advice and assistance.
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Spooky season is coming to Bewdley Museum
Visit Bewdley Museum this October!
There will be Halloween themed children’s half-term activities from Monday 25 to Friday 29 October. There are four 30-minute time slots each day from 10.30am to 2.30pm.
Each activity costs £5 per child. All children must be supervised by a parent or carer at all times.
You can also explore our Halloween Trail throughout half-term. It is £2 a go with a spooky treat at the end!
Dippy’s outdoor Halloween extravaganza
We are welcoming Dippy on Saturday 30 October!
He will be performing two 45-minute shows in our outdoor Green Theatre area. The first show starts at 4.45pm and the second one starts at 6.15pm.
We are asking show-goers to bring their own picnic chairs and to be prepared for all weathers. There will be prizes for fancy dress and carved pumpkins. Refreshments are available from the Garden Kitchen.
Booking is essential with tickets costing £6 each. Under 3s go free.
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Council helps Kidderminster Foodbank
We’ve helped Kidderminster Foodbank move into a new home by giving it a £15,000 grant to cover its rent for the next 12 months.
The Foodbank provides emergency food and support to local people but had to stop after it was asked to leave its current premises, Baxter United Reformed Church, at short notice. There were serious health and safety issues concerning an access route. These had been identified by us and the church trustees.
The Foodbank opened in September at 9 Blackwell Street, Kidderminster.
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We want to hear from you
Have your say on the future of Worcestershire’s Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy.
The strategy was introduced in 2019 by all councils in Worcestershire.
We've launched an online survey asking you to comment on proposed changed to the current strategy’s priorities.
The priorities have been updated following the impact of the Coronavirus pandemic on tackling homelessness and rough sleeping across the county.
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