Our Ballot for 2026-2031

In 2021 Cheltenham BID Ltd sought a second term and requested Cheltenham Borough Council to administer the ballot in accordance with The Business Improvement District Regulations (England) 2004. A renewal ballot of eligible businesses was conducted utilising the services of Civica Election Services, which is an independent scrutineer licensed by the Government to conduct elections.

The ballot was declared successful on 2 July 2021 as follows;
86% majority by number voted yes and 90% majority by rateable value voted yes.

The current BID term 2021 to 2026 enters its final year in April 2025 and therefore preparations for the next renewal ballot are taking shape. This is your chance to decide whether the BID continues for another five years.

“We’ve made real progress together, but we’re only just beginning. A YES vote means we can keep building on what we’ve started, bringing even more value to your business and helping Cheltenham be the very best it can be.”
Fran Inman, Chief Executive

Business Plan

Our Business Plan for 2026-2031 is below. Take a look inside to see what we want to achieve to support your business and the town centre in our new term. Remember that your vote protects your business. The BID is your voice, your advocate, and your partner in making Cheltenham a town where businesses can grow and thrive.

One Town, One Vision💚

Why your vote is important?

What a Yes VOTE means:
• We can invest in a vibrant town centre and thriving local businesses
• Together we can grow, improve and succeed
• More events, more footfall, and more opportunities for Cheltenham
• Cleaner, safer, more welcoming town
• A stronger voice which brings bigger opportunities

A YES vote = investment, influence and growth for Cheltenham

What a No VOTE means:
• Less support for businesses
• No dedicated team driving improvements
in our town centre
• We lose funding for street improvements,
safety initiatives, and the events that bring
people into our town
• All BID investment stops in March 2026
with no dedicated funding for the town
• No town updates
• Events and promotions end
• Only council statutory services remain:
no extras
• No Christmas lights or campaign
• No BID in Bloom
• No additional planters
• No BID gift card
• No additional grants
• No collective voice – businesses left
to challenge individually
• No professional photography
• Lost opportunities for marketing
collaborations

A NO vote = no BID, no extras and no united business voice