On Thursday 16 July 2026, eligible local businesses will be invited to vote on whether to approve a new 5-year term for the Business Improvement District (BID). This ballot gives our business community the chance to shape the future of our town centre – ensuring continued investment in local marketing, events, public realm improvements, and support for traders.

The Business Plan for the 2026-2031 third term will be available to view shortly.  Currently you can read our Next Steps document to see what we are planning: