Mark Baker
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Jul 18
Participation Event – The Future is… Dock Branch Park
There is another participation event for the Dock Branch Park project being held at BirkenEd’s Place (8-10 Borough Pavement Grange Precinct CH41 2XX) on Thursday, 27 July 2023, 17:00 – 20:30 There will be some short talks to outline the ideas and give you a sense of where things are up to. This is another …
May 28
BATCBS Shareholders
The shareholders of Birkenhead and Tranmere Community Benefit Society will be asked to complete a simple form, so that the the Society will be ready for changes in Government legistation regarding the Registration of Companies. Being prepared helps the Society react quickly and effectively. Would you like to be more involved, but don’t have the time? …
May 28
ACTION IN IMPROVING HAMILTON SQUARE IDENTITY
Friends of Hamilton Square are really happy to announce that funding has been found from Wirral Borough Council and a significant step forward has been made with the introduction of Conservation Area signage, which will clearly identify the Conservation Area around Hamilton Square for residents, businesses and visitors. Philip Barton, Chairman of the Friends of …
May 28
CLIFTON PARK IDENTITY OPPORTUNITY
Clifton Park has had a major heritage assessment undertaken through the Birkenhead & Tranmere Community Benefit Society Ltd. See the character assessment project. Recently the Council’s senior heritage officer, Christopher Han, has obtained funding for new conservation area signs. So that Clifton Park does not miss out on this rare opportunity, Philip Barton, Director of …
Apr 24
Birkenhead Park seeks Unesco World Heritage Status
BIRKENHEAD Park is among seven sites in the UK and its overseas territories in the running to win Unesco World Heritage status. Read the article in full at Wirral Globe web site
Mar 19
Friends of Hamilton Square AGM 2023
The Friends of Hamilton Square are holding their AGM on Monday 20th March, 2023 at Birkenhead Town Hall. They will be updating the members on their progress over the past year, and future projects. Visit the friends Website to learn more.
Mar 01
Other Organisations
BATCBS is not the only organisation actively promoting the improvement of the area. We have recently been advised of ‘Placed’, who are organising events which you may be interested in. Visit their website Place Birkenhead.
Feb 27
Consultation Group formed
Chairman of HSCAAC, Philip Barton, announced on 1st February 2023 that a Consultation Group focusing on practical improvements in the Conservation Area has been formed, following funding approval in January 2023. This Group brings together Wirral Council, BATCBS, FHSCA and development consultants ‘Placed’ for projects to improve Hamilton Square.
Feb 27
Funding Success
Following BATCBS support and evidence (January 2023) Wirral Council has confirmed that the bid for infrastructure improvements for Hamilton Square and the Conservation area has been approved in principle. During 2023 BATCBS will be involved in providing advice and support for funded projects.