
Covent Garden Car Park Update
Warwick District Council is planning to redevelop the Covent Garden car park to include a new Head Office together with residential apartments and a multi-story car park. Representatives of the Leamington Chamber of Trade and BID Leamington have spent many hours discussing the proposals with Warwick District Council Officers, but there continue to be a number of areas about which we have serious concerns.

Really Youthful Theatre Company on Lookout for Partners
The Really Youthful Theatre Company has developed a training programme to support people into work. It’s designed to be gentle and supportive while being very effective.

468 Car Parking Spaces to Disappear!
Warwick District Council has submitted a planning application for the development of Covent Garden Car Park. The plan includes the relocation of 365 council staff from Riverside House, the construction of 44 apartments and car parking for 611 spaces. Whilst the Chamber welcomes quality developments that enhance our town centre, we have serious concerns regarding this application and, at an Emergency Executives’ Meeting on Tuesday 31st November, we voted unanimously to lodge a formal objection.

Tribute to Gerry McManus
It is with great sadness that the Royal Leamington Spa Chamber of Trade announces the passing of Gerry McManus, Centre Manager for Royal Priors. Gerry passed away on Monday (September 11, 2017) following a short illness. He was 53 years-old and is survived by his wife and two children.

New Chamber Chair
A new chair was elected at the Royal Leamington Spa’s Chamber of Trade’s AGM last month.
Julie McGarrigle (left), Business Development Director from local solicitors Alsters Kelley LLP replaces Maxine Howe (right) who had served as Chair for the previous year.

Chris White MP lends support to Leamington’s businesses
Dear Maxine,
As I am sure you are aware, proposals regarding business rates have been under close scrutiny in recent days. I am writing to seek your views, and your member businesses, not least so I may better represent any concerns you may have.