Jan 13, 2017
This is the proposed map of the BID area as of January 2017. This isn’t the finalised area and the steering group would welcome your feedback.
Jan 12, 2017
A BID is funded by those businesses within the BID area. Each eligible business contributes a percentage of its rateable value – around 1%. This fund is then ring-fenced – unlike business rates which are redistributed by central government – and an independent BID...
Jan 12, 2017
No city can thrive without a successful centre. The aim of the BID is to help businesses in the BID area address some of the challenges they currently face. From our initial research the following key themes emerged: Improving the overall visitor and resident...
Jan 12, 2017
Invest in initiatives prioritised by BID members Provide a strong voice for businesses to influence positive change Guarantee sustained funding for 5 years Coordinate investment to make the most efficient use of funds for the benefit of BID members Leverage additional... 
