The Mayor’s Vision for Bristol
1. Play a part in the future of the city - have your say on a Vision for Bristol
Mayor Marvin Rees engaged and talked with people across the City before his election, to develop a Vision that builds on the lived experience and expertise of Bristol's citizens.
The Mayor’s Vision pulls together the priorities and policies needed to put the city on the right track.
In line with his ambition to strike a new deal with communities and to involve people in important decisions about the future of our city, the Mayor now invites you to take part in a conversation about how to develop that Vision and put it into action.
We really do want to hear your views and hope you will take the time to complete this brief survey which should take no more than 10 minutes to complete.
2. Mayor’s Vision
Where we need to go
Bristol should be a city:
Where people have access to decent jobs and affordable homes.
In which people can get around and services and opportunity are accessible.
Where life chances are not determined by wealth and background.
That leads on tackling climate change.
How strongly do you agree that this statement describes what Bristol should be? (5 strongly agree – 1 strongly disagree)
1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5Is there anything missing?
3. Themes in the Vision
What we need to do
Our Economy:“Bristol needs a strong economy. But it has to be the right kind of economy. Bristol was recently described as one of the most prosperous cities in the UK but one that is increasingly unaffordable and unequal. The evidence tells us that it is not possible to build strong societies, healthy democracies and resilient economies across great wealth gaps. We will work with business, unions, our public sector partners, and communities to build an economy that works for us all, today and over the long term”
Our Homes:“Bristol is facing a housing crisis. Yet decent affordable homes are the foundation of a successful city. Our aim is to create balanced communities which avoid concentrations of deprivation and the worst excesses of gentrification. If Bristol is to flourish, people must be able to afford to live here and live well. Good quality homes will help us ensure our children get the best possible start in life. It is a matter of both social justice and economic common sense”
Our Future:“Bristol should be a city in which every child gets the best possible start in life and where opportunities and life chances are not limited by socioeconomic position. We will ensure all children gain the skills they need to build successful lives. We will work to ensure meaningful career and work choices are widely available and that organisations across the city share our ambition”
Our Health and Wellbeing:“We want Bristol to be caring city where getting older is a positive prospect and where barriers to a healthy and satisfying life are broken down. We believe that good health shapes all aspects of life in the city, and that it is as important to look after mental health as it is to ensure physical wellbeing”
Our Environment:“The world is facing major environmental challenges. We understand that environmental and social justice are inseparable. If we are to enjoy an equitable and prosperous future, we must decarbonise by 2050. In this way we will ensure Bristol builds a meaningful legacy from its year as European Green Capital”
Our Transport:“Bristol has long been under-served by an inadequate public transport network. Delivering a world class, integrated, accessible and sustainable public transport system is essential to our city’s future. It underpins our broader economic prospects and our ability to connect people in the most disadvantaged communities to educational and economic opportunity. We will address the importance of getting Bristol moving, from protecting pedestrians to planning for new travel hubs that help to join up our city”
Our Culture:“Bristol is renowned for its thriving and innovative cultural life. This is central not only to the city’s economic future but to the way Bristolians feel about where they live. We want to celebrate, support and develop this. The challenge is to ensure that Bristol’s cultural offer fully reflects our city in all its diversity and extends beyond the boundaries of the centre to enrich the lives of people across the whole city”
Our Bristol:“This election must be about dealing with the way the city works, not only within the Council but beyond it. In order that power is not concentrated in the hands of a few we must make our Mayoral system more transparent, diverse and accountable. Ensuring all voices are heard and acted upon will be key to the effective transformation of Bristol into a city in which everyone has a stake”
How strongly do you agree that these statements describe what Bristol should do? (5 strongly agree – 1 strongly disagree)
1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5Out of these 8 themes, select the 3 that are most important to you:
Themes1 /
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3 /
Is there anything missing?
4. General
How optimistic are you that this vision can be achieved by 2020? (5 veryoptimistic - 1 not at all optimistic)
1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5How likely are you to do something to help achieve these aims? (5 very likely – 1 not at all likely)
In 1 word, what is the biggest challenge facing you and your family in Bristol?
In 1 word, what makes you most proud about Bristol?
Equalities monitoring enables the Council to check that everyone in the city is accessing the services to which they are entitled and that no-one is discriminated against unlawfully. Information provided will be treated confidentially and in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 and only used to ensure that everyone is treated fairly. All questions are voluntary and it will not make any difference to the service you receive if you do not answer them. However, by answering the questions you will help us to ensure that our services are fair and accessible to all.
What is your age group?
/ Under 18/ 18-24
/ 25-34
/ 35-44
/ 45-54
/ 55-64
/ 65-74
/ 75+
/ Prefer not to say
Transgender (Is your gender identity different from that which you were assigned at birth?)
/ Yes/ No
/ Prefer not to say
What is your ethnicity?
/ White British/ White other
/ Black/Black British
/ Asian/Asian British
/ Mixed/dual heritage
/ Any other ethnic background
/ Prefer not to say
Do you have a religion or belief?
/ Yes/ No
/ Prefer not to say
Are you disabled?
/ Yes/ No
/ Prefer not to say
What is your gender?
/ Female/ Male
/ Prefer not to say
What is your sexual orientation?
/ Lesbian, gay or bisexual/ Heterosexual (straight)
/ Prefer not to say
What is your post code?
Please return this survey to this address:
Freepost RTKJ – SGBZ - ULSH
Consultation & Intelligence Team (Parkview)
West of England Devolution
PO Box 3176
BRISTOL
BS3 9FS