Timetable
The process for developing the BID is summarised below:
Phase 2
- Jan 2017-on May 2017 - Business liaison and consultation on proposed Business Plan Notification to Secretary of State and Billing Authority (CDC) of intention to hold a ballot
- Sept 2017 - Notification to Billing Authority of Business Plan
Phase 3
- Sept 2017 - Launch of Business Plan
- 3 Oct 2017 - Notice of ballot
- 17 Oct 2017 - Ballot papers issued
- 14 Nov 2017 - Ballot Day
Phase 4
- Nov 2017 to April 2018 - Following the ‘Yes’ vote, formation of Board of Directors, appointment of staff and BID begins operation
Phase 5
- BID operates to March 2023.