Decision details

Further to the Cabinet report of 14^th April 2014, to consider a report detailing the progress of the Trelawney Avenue Redevelopment Plan.

(a)  That further discussions be held with NHS England and Slough Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) regarding the provision of an additional GP practice or satellite practice at a new community hub on the Merry Makers site (Area A) as part of the wider redevelopment plans.

(b)  That Thames Valley Police (TVP) remain interested in working collaboratively with the Council to re-locate into new or refurbished premises.

(c)  That following consultation with community groups, internal departments and TVP, the option of remodelling existing retail is being considered. In addition to giving TVP a greater presence within the local area, this option would allow the Council to develop residential-led proposals for the site of the existing police station (an HRA site owned by SBC) as part of the overall strategy. 

(d)  That subject to (c), the Strategic Director of Regeneration, Housing & Resources and the Head of Asset Management, following consultation with the Commissioners for Neighbourhoods & Renewal and Community & Leisure, be authorised to take necessary steps prior to a further report in June 2015 to progress residential development schemes that provide a mix of affordable housing with a range of house types be pursued on part of the Merry Makers Site (Area A), subject to pursuing the option of the Cabinet’s ambition for a community hub; and at the324 Trelawney Avenue site (Area B); and Trelawney Avenue Residential Infill site (Area C).

(e)  That the proposals to introduce new sporting facilities in Langley Academy part funded by the Council that will support local sports clubs, promote improved health and well being and meets a need identified by the community be noted.

(f)  That a follow-up report be presented to Cabinet in June 2015.