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British Kabaddi League Grand Final to be held in Birmingham

Birmingham is preparing to host the British Kabaddi League Grand Final on 18 and 19 May at Nechells Wellbeing Centre – with tickets going on sale next week (1 May 2024).

Published 25th April 2024.

• Dates for Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market 2024

  Birmingham’s famous Frankfurt Christmas Market to return to mark its 24th year in the city.

  

  Published 17th April 2024.

• Standards committee decision

  The city council's standards committee panel has made a decision regarding a code of conduct complaint.

  Published 27th March 2024.

• Deborah Cadman to leave the city council

  Birmingham City Council has today announced that Deborah Cadman OBE will stand down as Chief Executive on 22nd March 2024 after almost three years in charge.

  Published 13th March 2024.

• Working together with communities to ensure a safe Ramadan for all

  With Ramadan due to begin on Sunday (10 March 2024), Birmingham City Council is working with West Midlands Police, community groups and mosques to ensure it is observed safely.

  Published 8th March 2024.

• Transforming neglected empty homes into new family homes

  Homes left empty and abandoned are being transformed and brought back into use all year round by Birmingham City Council's empty homes team.

  Published 8th March 2024.

• International Women’s Day call for artists to create a Southside District mural

  The search for Birmingham artists to transform a city centre site into a mural to highlight help available for those experiencing domestic abuse, is launched today (8 March 2024)

  

  Published 8th March 2024.

• A to Bee Roads – reducing mowing and helping the city’s ecology

  A new initiative to increase biodiversity, reduce the council’s carbon footprint and help mitigate elements of climate change is set to be implemented during the 2024 grass growing season.

  

  Published 6th March 2024.

• City council granted full injunction to ban street cruising

  A High Court order banning street cruising across Birmingham has been granted to Birmingham City Council, after its application was heard at Birmingham High Court yesterday (27 February 2024)

  

  Published 28th February 2024.

• Budget proposals 2024/5 and 2025/6

  Birmingham City Council has published details of budget proposals for the next two years, 2024/5 and 2025/6.

  Published 19th February 2024.

• Council tenants begin to move into new homes using the latest energy-saving technologies on Gressel Lane

  Works on 36 new family council houses using the latest energy-saving technologies have been completed off Gressel Lane, East Birmingham, and council tenants have begun to move in.

  

  Published 16th February 2024.

• Veolia awarded 10-year contract to treat the city's waste and recycling and operate the recycling centres

  Birmingham City Council has appointed Veolia UK to manage the city’s network of household recycling centres (HRCs), energy recovery facility (ERF) and waste transfer stations until 2034.

  

  Published 1st February 2024.

• Perry Barr Household Recycling Centre reopens to residents

  Perry Barr’s upgraded Household Recycling Centre (HRC) has today reopened to residents.

  

  Published 31st January 2024.

• Holocaust Memorial Day 2024

  Birmingham’s annual civic commemoration of Holocaust Memorial Day will be staged at the Council House later this month.

  

  Published 18th January 2024.

• Record investment planned for Birmingham's existing housing stock

  Birmingham City Council has unveiled plans to invest a record £5bn in its housing stock over the next 30 years to ensure its tenants and leaseholders can live in warm, safe, and sustainable homes.

  Published 16th January 2024.

• City council interim injunction to ban street cruising remains in place - January 2024 update

  An interim High Court order banning street cruising across Birmingham will remain in place until the final hearing following a review at Birmingham High Court last month (20 December 2023).

  Published 11th January 2024.

• Birmingham’s bold approach to road safety and transforming our streets

  Birmingham City Council has launched a consultation on a new Road Harm Reduction Strategy aimed at tackling the unacceptable number of road collisions in which people are killed and seriously injured.

  Published 10th January 2024.

• Services for residents over the Christmas holidays

  As many families take a break over the holidays many council staff and partners will be working over the holidays to support residents.

  Published 20th December 2023.

• Putting Change into Action to help those rough sleeping this winter

  The campaign has helped 750 people who are sleeping rough to help them move off the streets and into accommodation.

  

  Published 16th December 2023.

• New Green Travel District to create healthier communities

  A pioneering new Green Travel District (GTD) for Sutton Walmley & Minworth, Reddicap and environs has been launched to help improve sustainable and active travel for residents, workers and visitors.

  

  Published 13th December 2023.

• First ever Birmingham Housing Week chance for young people and communities ‘to shape city’s blueprint’

  Young people and communities are being urged to use the first-ever Birmingham Housing Week to “look beyond the hard hats and bricks” and explore the raft of housing sector career opportunities as part

  

  Published 12th December 2023.

• Council helps unlock £2million of income for residents affected by cost of living crisis

  More than £2million in increased benefits have been unlocked for Birmingham residents as a result of advice and information services being offered during extended opening hours by the city council.

  Published 11th December 2023.

• Christmas waste and recycling collections announced

  Details of waste and recycling collections in Birmingham over the Christmas and new year period have been announced.

  

  Published 6th December 2023.

• Urgent work is already underway to 'reset' the council

  Birmingham City Council leader Cllr John Cotton has warned there must be no let-up in the efforts to get the organisation back on a sound financial footing and transform the way the council works.

  Published 6th December 2023.

• Keeping our streets clean together - crews collect rubbish, mattresses, sofas and a table

  Birmingham City Council is working with the Guild of Students at the University of Birmingham to tackle waste behaviours.

  

  Published 1st December 2023.

• Council calls on government for support to help house refugees this Christmas

  Homeless support services in Birmingham City Council are under increased pressure as the Government focuses on clearing its asylum backlog.

  Published 29th November 2023.

• Inform Women, Transform Lives kick starts 16 Days of Activism campaign in Birmingham

  Birmingham City Council, The Carter Center and Birmingham & Solihull Women’s Aid have joined forces to raise awareness of coercive control, which many women and girls across the city are experiencing.

  Published 28th November 2023.

• Birmingham Festival 23 full evaluation report

  The full evaluation results demonstrating the positive impact of Birmingham Festival 23 have been announced today.

  

  Published 28th November 2023.

• £823,000 handed out to food projects across the city

  Cash grants totalling £823,000 have been given by the city council to projects which are providing food to Birmingham residents.

  Published 15th November 2023.

• Birmingham one of 119 cities worldwide named as climate action leaders

  Birmingham has been recognised as one of 119 cities across the globe that is taking bold leadership on environmental action and transparency.

  

  Published 14th November 2023.

• Prevention First Citizens' Panel receives The King’s Award for Voluntary Service

  The Prevention First Citizens' Panel, a group of volunteers that has supported Birmingham City Council’s commissioning process for 20 years, has been awarded The King’s Award for Voluntary Service.

  Published 13th November 2023.

• Birmingham’s Warm Welcomes set to reach 300 venues

  Hundreds of community centres, libraries, places of worship and other venues have all opened their doors to offer Warm Welcomes across Birmingham during the Cost of Living crisis.

  

  Published 9th November 2023.

• Man ordered to pay over £2,700 following court case about waste disposal arrangements

  A Birmingham man has been ordered to pay over £2,700 after using an altered document about his business’s waste collection arrangements.

  Published 8th November 2023.

• Report to cabinet sets out council’s latest financial position

  A report has been published ahead of cabinet committee on 14 November which sets out the council’s latest financial position and savings targets for the next two financial years, 2024/25 and 2025/26.

  Published 8th November 2023.

• Remembrance Sunday in Birmingham

  Birmingham will fall silent on Sunday, as the city remembers the fallen at its annual parade and Remembrance Day service.

  

  Published 6th November 2023.

• City council interim injunction to ban street cruising remains in place - October 2023 update

  An interim High Court order banning street cruising across Birmingham will remain in place until a final hearing is held following a review at Birmingham High Court on 4 October 2023.

  

  Published 25th October 2023.

• Community order for fly-tipper

  A 33-yrold Solihull man has been given a 12 month community order and fined £200 after admitting fly-tipping in Acocks Green in June 2021.

  Published 20th October 2023.

• Joint statement from Birmingham City Partnership Board

  The Birmingham City Partnership Board has issued a statement confirming its commitment to work together for the future of the city.

  Published 17th October 2023.

• Calling on city-wide support to host events during Cost of Living Week

  Birmingham City Council is supporting businesses, charities and community centres who are stepping up to support residents of Birmingham during the Cost of Living Week (6 - 10 November).

  

  Published 17th October 2023.

• Progress made on delivery of new pay equity system

  A report will today go before city council regarding the agreed principles of working in relation to the delivery of the new pay equity system.

  Published 12th October 2023.

• Reducing speed and improving road safety

  The city council is asking for residents’ views on proposals to reduce the speed limit to 30mph on most roads that currently have a speed limit of 40mph.

  Published 10th October 2023.

• Birmingham's Clean Air Zone continues to help improve air quality in the city centre

  Pollution levels in Birmingham's Clean Air Zone have been slashed by almost 40 per cent, according to a progress report issued today.

  Published 6th October 2023.

• Commissioners announced for Birmingham City Council

  The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities has announced the commissioners and political advisors for the city council.

  Published 5th October 2023.

• Public Notice - Birmingham City Council External Audit

  Birmingham City Council External Audit 2020-21 to 2023-24, Statutory recommendations under Schedule 7 of the Local Audit and Accountability Act 2014

  Published 4th October 2023.

• External Audit 2020-21 to 2023-24

  The external audit report with statutory recommendations has been published.

  Published 2nd October 2023.

• Dolphin Centre in Ward End reopens after £2m refurbishment

  A ribbon-cutting ceremony took place at the Dolphin Centre in Ward End following a major refurbishment.

  

  Published 2nd October 2023.

• Birmingham’s Black History Month launches this week

  Birmingham’s celebration of Black History Month will be launched with a special event this weekend (30 September).

  Published 26th September 2023.

• Response to Government announcement about Birmingham City Council

  Leader of Birmingham City Council's response to announcement made by the Secretary of State for the Department of Levelling Up, Housing & Communities in the House of Commons today (19 September).

  Published 19th September 2023.

• Section 114 frequently asked questions

  On 5 September 2023, Birmingham City Council issued a section 114 (s.114) notice.

  Published 7th September 2023.

• Statement regarding Section 114 notice

  Statement regarding announcement made today (5 September 2023) that a Section 114 notice has been issued.

  Published 5th September 2023.

• Cannon Hill Park to step back in time to mark its 150th anniversary

  One of Birmingham’s biggest parks will celebrate its 150th anniversary by stepping back into the Victorian era this month.

  

  Published 1st September 2023.

• Library of Birmingham celebrates 10th anniversary

  We’re celebrating the life of libraries over 150 years in the city to mark the 10th anniversary of the Library of Birmingham.

  

  Published 30th August 2023.

• City’s Frankfurt Christmas Market organisers launch recruitment drive

  Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market is once again looking to recruit more than 200 people to support its stalls when it returns to the city centre in November.

  Published 30th August 2023.

• Birmingham to shows its support for Ukraine Independence Day 

  Birmingham City Council is showing its support for Ukrainian citizens who have arrived in the city under the Homes For Ukraine scheme as the community marks its national day this week. 

  Published 23rd August 2023.

• Public consultation on dog control PSPOs starts today

  A public four-week consultation starts today (21 August 2023) seeking people's views on plans to extend five dog-related Public Space Protection Orders currently in place across Birmingham.

  Published 21st August 2023.

• Action launched to crackdown on dangerous drivers

  A crackdown on dangerous and reckless driving got underway in Birmingham today, (Monday 7 August) following a spate of serious incidents on the region’s roads.

  

  Published 7th August 2023.

• Warning of dangerous opiates circulating in the West Midlands

  Authorities have been made aware of dangerous synthetic opiates circulating in the West Midlands.

  Published 3rd August 2023.

• City leaders unite to tackle road safety in Birmingham

  In the West Midlands we are working towards an environment where no-one is killed or seriously injured on our roads.

  Published 2nd August 2023.

• Using artificial intelligence to help clean up fly-tipping hotspots

  Three new artificial intelligence CCTV cameras will boost the council’s coverage of fly-tipping hotspots.

  

  Published 1st August 2023.

• Consultation launched for PSPO in Kings Heath and Moseley

  Birmingham City Council has launched a public consultation over measures it plans to introduce to tackle anti-social behaviour in Moseley and Kings Heath today (31 July 2023).

  Published 31st July 2023.

• Commonwealth Games Community Fund Impact Report published

  Birmingham City Council has today (28 July) published the Commonwealth Games Community Fund Impact Report.

  

  Published 28th July 2023.

• Young Women Into Leadership summit aims to inspire future female leaders

  Birmingham City Council, Aston University and the US Embassy in London are once again joining forces to deliver a week-long leadership summit to inspire the female leaders of the future.

  Published 26th July 2023.

• Bringing Small Heath swimming pool back to life

  Plans to bring the swimming pool at Small Heath leisure centre back into use have today (25 July) been approved by cabinet.

  Published 25th July 2023.

• Statement on Ladywood Forum Meeting being postponed

  See below a statement regarding the decision to postpone this week’s meeting, which was due to take place at 3pm on Wednesday (26 July 2023).

  Published 24th July 2023.

• Art installation displays what a Warm Welcome in Birmingham means

  Birmingham’s network of more than 200 Warm Welcomes is being celebrated with a ceramic art installation at St Martin’s in the Bull Ring next week (Monday 24 July).

  Published 19th July 2023.

• Helping young people with additional needs achieve greater independence

  A pilot programme to help young people with additional needs achieve greater independence is set to become permanent.

  Published 18th July 2023.

• Green Flag success after Birmingham parks retain awards

  Fifteen parks and open spaces in Birmingham have been named as Green Flag award winners again.

  

  Published 17th July 2023.

• Public invited to have their say on proposals to enhance Perry Park and Alexander Stadium

  Feedback is being invited on early proposals to transform Perry Park and deliver further enhancements to the Alexander Stadium following last summer's Commonwealth Games.

  

  Published 17th July 2023.

• Birmingham Poverty Truth Commission shares its findings

  Birmingham’s Poverty Truth Commission will share its findings about residents’ struggles with bills, food, health and housing at a special event today (12 July 2023).

  Published 12th July 2023.

• Council to pay tribute to victims of the Srebrenica genocide

  An exhibition of paintings by a British artist which depict aspects of the 11 day massacre in the Bosnian town in 1995 will be displayed in the Council House on Srebrenica Memorial Day (11 July 2023).

  Published 7th July 2023.

• Equal Pay latest - Strengthening Governance and Organisational Capability and Capacity

  Birmingham City Council has experienced recent, high-profile, instances of failure in terms of both the implementation of the Oracle ERP system and the unsustainable growth in its Equal Pay liability.

  Published 5th July 2023.

• Birmingham City Council supports ASB Awareness Week

  Birmingham City Council’s Community Safety team has joined a national campaign to tackle anti-social behaviour (ASB) and help keep people in Birmingham safe.

  Published 5th July 2023.

• Council success at Royal Town Planning Institute’s regional awards

  It was an evening of success for the city council at the RTPI West Midlands Awards for Planning Excellence 2023 on Friday (June 30).

  

  Published 3rd July 2023.

• Birmingham City Council statement on Equal Pay update

  A detailed and fresh analysis of the council’s ongoing equal pay claims has been conducted in light of issues raised as a result of the implementation of the Oracle financial system.

  Published 28th June 2023.

• Electric vehicle charging points arrive at Sutton Park as a legacy of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games

  Rapid electric vehicle charging technology – which enables a car to be charged in just 30 minutes – is now available at Sutton Park as a legacy benefit of the site being a Birmingham 2022 venue.

  

  Published 28th June 2023.

• Preferred bidder for new ten-year transitional waste management contract confirmed

  The preferred bidder for a contract that will deliver a range of improvements to the way in which the council’s disposal of waste is managed has been confirmed.

  

  Published 27th June 2023.

• Plan to stabilise and optimise council IT systems due for Cabinet approval

  A plan to deliver the council’s vision for an optimised IT system that improves internal functions is due for approval next Tuesday (June 27).

  

  Published 19th June 2023.

• Working together to make our roads safer

  Working together to make our roads safer is a priority for us and our partners.

  Published 19th June 2023.

• Refugee Week 2023 in Birmingham

  Birmingham is home to many refugees – including those from Syria, Afghanistan and Ukraine – and will be hosting a range of events to mark Refugee Week.

  Published 16th June 2023.

• Community Windrush 75 commemorations awarded over £62,000 in grants

  Community, arts and heritage groups across Birmingham have been awarded £62,465 in grants to fund a range of events to mark the 75th anniversary of Empire Windrush’s arrival to Britain.

  Published 15th June 2023.

• More diverse mix of housing set to be delivered in Perry Barr after planning permission is varied

  Proposals to deliver much-needed family housing have taken a step forward today after a variation to planning permission was granted for new homes at the Perry Barr Residential Scheme (PBRS).

  

  Published 15th June 2023.

• Expect Respect - Birmingham road workers share their stories in a plea to end the abuse they face

  In the last three years, 465 incidents of road worker abuse have been reported in Birmingham.

  

  Published 8th June 2023.

• Volunteers Collective Launch safeguards Legacy of Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games Volunteers

  Coinciding with Volunteers’ Week 2023 the Commonwealth Games Legacy Charity, United By 2022, has launched its volunteering legacy with the Volunteers Collective and a report on Event Volunteering.

  

  Published 6th June 2023.

• Brum Breathes Fund launched to help improve air quality across Birmingham

  A new funding scheme to help improve air quality in Birmingham has launched today (June 1), with funding available to support schemes in every one of the city’s council wards.

  Published 1st June 2023.

• Scrap metal helps council to support fundraising efforts at Birmingham Children’s Hospital Charity

  Efforts to raise funds for new intraoperative MRI technology at Birmingham Children’s Hospital have been boosted by a £5,000 donation, co-ordinated by a city council employee.

  

  Published 31st May 2023.

• Children's services improvement direction lifted after 10 years

  The Government has confirmed it has lifted the Improvement Direction on the city council after over ten years.

  Published 26th May 2023.

• City council interim injunction to ban street cruising remains in place

  An interim High Court order banning street cruising across Birmingham will remain in place until a final hearing is held following a review at Birmingham High Court last week (19 May 2023).

  Published 24th May 2023.

• City’s first British-Indian Lord Mayor takes up office

  Birmingham’s new Lord Mayor, Cllr Chaman Lal, has taken the office of First Citizen after a Mayor Making ceremony during the council’s Annual General Meeting yesterday (23 May 2023).

  

  Published 23rd May 2023.

• Council’s new Cabinet line-up confirmed

  Birmingham City Council’s new Cabinet has been announced.

  Published 23rd May 2023.

• Birmingham wins an eleventh consecutive Chelsea Flower Show gold medal award

  An eleventh consecutive gold medal for horticultural excellence has been earned by the city council at this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show.

  

  Published 23rd May 2023.

• Response to independent commissioner’s second report into SEND services in Birmingham

  We would like to thank the commissioner for his continued work to support the council to improve the city’s SEND offer to residents and we accept the recommendations in the report.

  Published 18th May 2023.

• Birmingham Festival 23 updates

  Birmingham Festival 23 organisers update on this summer's free, 10-day festival.

  Published 17th May 2023.

• Two Four Six Sports appointed to kick off delivery of European Athletics Championships 2026

  Two Four Six Sports have been appointed to initiate the delivery of the European Athletics Championships 2026.

  

  Published 15th May 2023.

• City’s quest to become a leading international location set to be supercharged by new plan

  A bold masterplan to transform Birmingham into a greener city of more jobs, better transport options and higher quality, energy efficient new homes, is set to be unveiled at a conference next week.

  

  Published 12th May 2023.

• Duran Duran presented with Lord Mayor's Award

  Lord Mayor of Birmingham, Cllr Maureen Cornish, has presented members of legendary Birmingham band Duran Duran with a Lord Mayor’s Award.

  

  Published 10th May 2023.

• Council helps unlock £1million of income for citizens affected by cost of living crisis

  More than £1million in increased benefits have been unlocked for Birmingham residents as a result of advice and information services being offered during extended opening hours by the city council.

  

  Published 9th May 2023.

• City takeaway fined £12.5k and director banned from running a food business

  A director of a Birmingham takeaway has been fined £12,500 and banned from running a food business after pleading guilty to six food hygiene and safety offences at Birmingham Magistrates Court.

  Published 9th May 2023.

• Cabinet report on next steps for SEND support service

  A report to cabinet outlines progress and the future direction for SENDIASS, the service that seeks to offer independent advice and guidance for parents of children and young people with SEND.

  Published 5th May 2023.

• Funding for digital ‘twin’ to help improve services

  Funding for a project aimed at helping the city achieve net-zero emissions and improve services for citizens is set to be approved by cabinet.

  Published 5th May 2023.

• City’s new super depot for waste management is now open

  A new state-of-the-art super depot, replacing two outdated yards, has been opened for the city council’s waste management service.

  

  Published 3rd May 2023.

• No Mow May pilot project is announced

  A pilot project designed to promote and protect pollinators in Birmingham is set to be overseen by the council this month.

  

  Published 1st May 2023.

• Positive use for vehicles seized from city fly-tippers

  Vehicles seized by Birmingham City Council from criminal fly-tippers are being put to life-saving use by West Midlands Fire Service (WMFS).

  

  Published 27th April 2023.

• Stirchley venue becomes 200th space to join city’s Warm Welcome network

  Birmingham’s network of Warm Welcomes has now expanded to more than 200 spaces across the city, since it was launched last October.

  Published 27th April 2023.

• A city as a place to be and live, not drive and park

  We need to urgently and drastically reduce the carbon emissions from transport if we are to reach our net zero goal by 2030 and make the city a great and healthy place to work, live and visit.

  

  Published 26th April 2023.

• Council’s cost of living response helps thousands of citizens

  Birmingham City Council’s response to the cost of living crisis has helped thousands of citizens with food vouchers, warm spaces and access to nearly £750,000 in benefits.

  Published 18th April 2023.

• New ten-year transitional waste management contract set to be awarded

  A contract, delivering a range of improvements to the way in which the council’s disposal of waste is managed, is set to be discussed next week.

  

  Published 17th April 2023.

• Proposal for council to back next phase of Edgbaston Stadium masterplan set for discussion

  A proposal for the council to support the latest phase of the masterplan designed to keep Edgbaston Stadium in the elite tier of international cricket venues is to be considered on April 25.

  

  Published 17th April 2023.

• Birmingham’s parks and open spaces promoted through 2023 Chelsea Flower Show display

  The 631 parks and open spaces of Birmingham will be celebrated and promoted through this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show entry from the city council.

  

  Published 17th April 2023.

• King's Coronation celebrations in Birmingham

  Birmingham will celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III and Camilla Queen Consort on 6 and 7 May.

  Published 14th April 2023.

• Join us in Birmingham for a Eurovision party like no other!

  Birmingham will be celebrating the UK hosting the Eurovision Song Contest, on behalf of 2022 winners Ukraine, with a giant FREE party in Centenary Square next month.

  Published 13th April 2023.

• Construction complete on Perry Barr Residential Scheme

  The regeneration of Perry Barr in Birmingham took another step forwards today as it was confirmed that construction is now complete on the first phase of the Perry Barr Residential Scheme.

  

  Published 12th April 2023.

• Birmingham and Villa Park confirmed to be part of UK & Ireland UEFA EURO 2028 Bid

  Birmingham and Villa Park have been selected to be a host city and stadia as part of the UK & Ireland UEFA EURO 2028 Bid.

  

  Published 12th April 2023.

• More than a thousand digital devices to be sent to communities

  The city council is giving more than a thousand digital devices to community groups thanks to its Device Bank.

  Published 11th April 2023.

• Statement following attack in Kings Heath

  Following an attack on a man in Kings Heath last night, a joint statement from the Leader and ward councillors has been issued.

  Published 30th March 2023.

• Supporting food provision to Birmingham residents

  Funding for youth centres to improve their kitchens as part of the council’s response to the cost of living crisis has supported the provision of more than 10,000 meals in the last six weeks.

  Published 30th March 2023.

• Birmingham Festival 23 to mark one-year anniversary of Commonwealth Games

  The city council today unveiled plans for Birmingham Festival 23 to mark the one year anniversary of the Commonwealth Games.

  

  Published 28th March 2023.

• Birmingham prepares to host a party fit for a King

  There are 40 days before the Coronation of King Charles III and Birmingham is preparing to make it a weekend full of community activity and celebrations.

  

  Published 27th March 2023.

• New Strategic Director of City Operations is named

  Craig Cooper has been announced as Birmingham City Council’s new permanent Strategic Director of City Operations.

  

  Published 24th March 2023.

• City retains Tree City of the World status for fourth year running

  Today the city council learned that it had been named as a Tree City of the World for the fourth year running.

  

  Published 23rd March 2023.

• Greener homes boost for city - response to £24.8million funding for social housing decarbonisation

  The following is a response to the news the council is to receive almost £25million to help make homes greener and more energy efficient.

  

  Published 22nd March 2023.

• Lights, camera, action for new Birmingham film studio following landmark investment

  Birmingham will become a significant centre for premier television and film production following a landmark investment to establish ‘Digbeth Loc. Studios’.

  

  Published 21st March 2023.

• Statement on incident in north Edgbaston

  Following an horrific attack on a man in north Edgbaston last night, a joint statement from the Leader, Cabinet Member and ward councillors has been issued.

  Published 21st March 2023.

• University sports students set to study at major Commonwealth Games venue

  Birmingham City University today announces a £5million investment to fit out areas of the city’s Alexander Stadium that will serve as a world-class home for its sports and exercise-related courses.

  

  Published 17th March 2023.

• First rapid chargers for electric vehicles – just 30 minutes to fully charge

  Birmingham City Council has been working with Transport for West Midlands (TFWM) to install its first rapid Electric Vehicle (EV) charge points.

  

  Published 17th March 2023.

• Planning go-ahead for BBC’s new Digbeth HQ

  BBC Birmingham's move to a new state-of-the-art headquarters in Digbeth moved a significant step closer today, as The Tea Factory was given the green light by Birmingham City Council planners.

  

  Published 16th March 2023.

• Response to Chancellor's budget - 15 March 2023

  Council finance officers are currently assessing the overall budget and its implications for local government. The following is a response to the devolution deal announced by the chancellor.

  

  Published 15th March 2023.

• £9m for arts and culture in Birmingham over next three years

  Almost nine million pounds to support the arts sector and cultural activities in Birmingham for 2023-2026 is set to be approved by Cabinet next week (21 March 2023).

  Published 14th March 2023.

• Putting children at the heart of everything we do

  A series of reports due before the council’s Cabinet on March 21 set out how the council is driving forward plans to improve the lives of children and young people in the city.

  Published 14th March 2023.

• New £676,000 council package for community support organisations

  A funding package worth £676,000 is set to be invested by the council into cost of living information, advice and guidance services delivered by voluntary and community organisations in Birmingham.

  

  Published 13th March 2023.

• Almost 50,000 households set to be helped with £55 boost from Birmingham’s new council tax discretionary support scheme

  Further support with council tax bills is being provided for those in greatest need after Birmingham City Council confirmed details of its discretionary support scheme for the 2023/24 financial year.

  

  Published 8th March 2023.

• A Digitally Connected City - Enabled for Future Growth

  Birmingham City Council is aiming to accelerate full fibre coverage across the city.

  Published 6th March 2023.

• City council injunction to ban street cruising – 12 May 2023 update - 15:55hrs

  An Interim High Court order banning street cruising across Birmingham stays in force until a hearing on 19 May 2023 after review of the order was heard at the Birmingham High Court on 13 February 2023

  Published 3rd March 2023.

• Two new special schools for Birmingham

  Proposals for the creation of two free schools for children with special educational needs have been approved.

  Published 2nd March 2023.

• Secondary school transfer day - offers at 1 March 2023

  Pupils will today find out which secondary school they will attend in September. This year, 71% of pupils have been offered their first preference and over 95% one of their preferences.

  Published 1st March 2023.

• Vigil for the people of Ukraine

  On Friday the 24th of February at 5pm there will be a rally in support of Ukraine at Centenary Square, organised and hosted by community organisation Centrala.

  

  Published 23rd February 2023.

• Investment in new indoor athletics track strengthens city’s reputation for major events with strong community benefits

  A new athletics track for Utilita Arena Birmingham, purchased by Birmingham City Council, is set to host its first event this weekend in the shape of the UK Athletics Indoor Championships.

  

  Published 17th February 2023.

• Statement of support following major earthquakes in Turkey and Syria

  As the world sees the devastation earthquakes caused in Turkey and Syria, claiming thousands of lives, Birmingham’s communities are being urged to support an international appeal to get aid to all.

  

  Published 9th February 2023.

• Rapid electric vehicle charging point installed to boost sustainable travel

  A publicly accessible rapid electric vehicle charger has been installed on the Bournville Village Trust (BVT) estate to support sustainable travel.

  

  Published 8th February 2023.

• Birmingham New Street station set to be Raging Bull’s new home

  Plans are being finalised to make Birmingham New Street station the new home of the Commonwealth Games’ Raging Bull.

  

  Published 8th February 2023.

• Council plans to buy up to 50 homes to help accommodate Afghans and Ukrainians in Birmingham

  Plans to purchase up to 50 homes to provide temporary accommodation for Afghan citizens and Ukrainian guests are to be discussed by the city council’s Cabinet next week (14 February).

  Published 7th February 2023.

• Extra funding to support food provision projects

  Almost a quarter of a million pounds in grant funding is being made available to organisations that help provide struggling families with food.

  Published 7th February 2023.

• Structures to ensure delivery of Commonwealth Games legacy are set for approval

  The delivery structures that will enable to the council to best realise the legacy of the Birmingham 2022 Games are set for approval on February 14.

  

  Published 7th February 2023.

• Council’s financial plan outlines a cleaner, safer and better Birmingham for everyone

  The city council’s budget proposals for the forthcoming 2023/24 financial year will be presented to Cabinet on February 14.

  

  Published 6th February 2023.

• Birmingham supports HIV Testing Week with an awareness and testing campaign for blood-borne viruses

  A Fast Track Cities+ campaign supported by Birmingham City Council, University Hospitals Birmingham and other partners encouraging people to test for blood-borne viruses starts on Monday 6 February.

  Published 1st February 2023.

• City council invite residents to say ‘no’ to fizzy drinks during Fizz-Free February

  Birmingham City Council in partnership with health and voluntary organisations, are launching campaign in February to help persuade people to swap sugar-laden fizzy drinks for healthier alternatives.

  Published 1st February 2023.

• New green scheme launches at Birmingham pools

  Eight swimming pools in Birmingham have signed up with swimming products recycling scheme Leisure Loop, which aims to address the amount of waste generated by pools that reaches landfill each year.

  

  Published 31st January 2023.

• Progress on Route to Net Zero detailed in new annual report

  An annual update on the council’s efforts to reach net zero carbon status is due to be discussed at a meeting of the City Council on Tuesday (February 7).

  

  Published 31st January 2023.

• Memorial tree planted as city’s tribute to Srebrenica genocide victims

  Communities wishing to remember the victims of the Srebrenica genocide in Bosnia, will be able to visit a tree which was planted in their memory at Birmingham’s Peace Garden today (24 January).

  

  Published 24th January 2023.

• Holocaust Memorial Day 2023 commemoration event at Council House

  Birmingham’s annual civic commemoration of Holocaust Memorial Day will be hosted at the Council House this week.

  

  Published 23rd January 2023.

• Unclaimed benefits worth more than £500,000 unlocked during special cost of living advice sessions

  Unclaimed benefits and grants worth £500,000 have been identified in less than three months by council staff during special sessions for citizens at two Neighbourhood Advice and Information Centres.

  

  Published 23rd January 2023.

• Free digital devices for communities

  Community groups and charities are being urged to apply for free laptops and computers to help people who struggle to get digital access.

  

  Published 19th January 2023.

• Six million pounds for care providers to support hospital discharge

  Funding of over £6 million is to be handed to care providers to help support people being discharged from hospital.

  Published 17th January 2023.

• Birmingham 2022 contributes £870million to UK economy

  The Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games contributed at least £870million* to the UK economy, a new interim study reveals.

  

  Published 17th January 2023.

• New reports highlight the success of the Birmingham 2022 Festival

  The Birmingham 2022 Festival brought not only pride and joy to the city – it gave a dramatic boost to the regional economy, new reports have revealed.

  

  Published 17th January 2023.

• Birmingham's new MasterChef studio moves a step closer to reality

  The relocation of hit BBC show MasterChef to Birmingham moved a significant step closer today, as plans for a new state-of-the-art TV studio in Digbeth were given the green light by the City Council.

  Published 16th January 2023.

• Birmingham offers a Warm Welcome to all on Blue Monday

  Citizens across Birmingham looking for community, support and advice on what is dubbed ‘Blue Monday’ are being reminded that the city’s Warm Welcome network is there for them.

  Published 16th January 2023.

• Roadworks around Kings Norton Cemetery

  People attending funerals at a Birmingham cemetery are being asked to allow more time for their journeys as roadworks on Longdales Road, Kings Norton begin today (13 January 2023).

  Published 13th January 2023.

• Council response to independent review of SENDIASS

  Today an independent review of SENDIASS, which provides support and advice to families with SEND, has been published.

  Published 11th January 2023.

• City centre improvements resume in Victoria Square

  A multi-million regeneration of Birmingham’s city centre continues with Victoria Square, Colmore Row and Waterloo Street being repaved over the coming months.

  

  Published 10th January 2023.

• Creating better environments for communities

  Plans to create a better environment for walking, cycling and wheeling by reducing through traffic in Kings Heath and Moseley are set to be approved by Cabinet.

  Published 9th January 2023.

• Rugby League coming to Alexander Stadium after Midlands Hurricanes agree tenancy partnership with council

  Rugby League action will be coming to Birmingham’s Alexander Stadium complex after a partnership was agreed by the Midlands Hurricanes and Birmingham City Council.

  

  Published 6th January 2023.

• Birmingham’s libraries declare amnesty on late fees

  People using the city’s libraries will not have to pay outstanding fees on overdue books, it has been announced today (28 December).

  

  Published 28th December 2022.

• Christmas Tree recycling opportunities after the 2022 festive season ends

  As festivities draw to a close, Birmingham City Council has once again set up locations for residents to recycle their Christmas trees.

  

  Published 28th December 2022.

• City council granted injunction to ban street cruising

  A High Court order banning street cruising across Birmingham has been granted to Birmingham City Council after its application was heard at Royal Courts of Justice in London yesterday (21 December).

  Published 22nd December 2022.

• City council addresses community experiences around clinical care in new pregnancy and infant mortality report

  Birmingham City Council in partnership with health and voluntary organisations, publish a report highlighting the lived experiences and recommendations to make healthier choices in women’s pregnancy.

  Published 21st December 2022.

• Council services over Christmas and New Year

  As many families take a break over the holidays many council staff and partners will be working over the holidays to support residents.

  Published 21st December 2022.

• More than 100 Warm Welcome spaces now open across Birmingham

  Birmingham’s Warm Welcomes network now has more than 100 spaces offering activities, community and support since it was launched in October.

  

  Published 20th December 2022.

• New £200k+ fund for Warm Welcomes grants launched to expand network

  Birmingham City Council has announced a new grants scheme to help enhance the growing network of Warm Welcomes across the city today (16 December 2022).

  Published 16th December 2022.

• City council seeks injunction to ban street cruising

  Birmingham City Council is seeking a High Court order to ban street cruising from all city roads, with an interim application to be heard in the Royal Courts of Justice in London next week (20 Dec)

  Published 16th December 2022.

• Stronger Communities funded Heritage Trails unveiled at celebration

  Birmingham organisations awarded grants from the city council’s Stronger Communities fund have unveiled a network of trails navigating the city’s history.

  Published 14th December 2022.

• Frankfurt Christmas Market to open on Christmas Eve

  Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market will stay open a day longer this year, with majority of its stalls opening on 24 December.

  

  Published 14th December 2022.

• Supporting families through the winter

  The city council is supporting children and families this winter with a number of initiatives.

  

  Published 14th December 2022.

• Council leader backs calls for Birmingham to become new tech centre

  Birmingham City Council leader Cllr Ian Ward today welcomed a new report by Centre for Cities.

  Published 14th December 2022.

• Plans to bring Small Heath swimming pool back into use

  Birmingham City Council has confirmed that it plans to bring the Small Heath Leisure Centre swimming pool back into use.

  Published 8th December 2022.

• Birmingham showcased in Chief Medical Officer's annual report

  Work in Birmingham to address air pollution and the climate crisis has been highlighted in the Government Chief Medical Officer's annual report.

  

  Published 8th December 2022.

• Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton comes home to Proud Host City for future display and legacy tour

  The Queen’s Baton – an enduring symbol of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games – has been gifted to the city, with plans now being drawn up for it to go on public display and a legacy tour in 2023.

  

  Published 8th December 2022.

• Second national award won by council for cleaner streets scheme

  More independent recognition has been earned for the city council’s Mobile Household Recycling Centre (MHRC) service – in the form of a prestigious National Recycling Award.

  

  Published 7th December 2022.

• City council to provide free swimming lessons for children in care

  A new initiative by the city council is to help children in care learn to swim.

  

  Published 6th December 2022.

• Innovative Trees & Woodland Toolkit launched to maximise benefits of trees and woodlands in communities across England 

  An innovative Trees and Woodland Strategy Toolkit, developed in collaboration with Birmingham City Council, has been launched.

  

  Published 2nd December 2022.

• Cash grants for city projects providing food for Birmingham residents

  Almost a half a million pounds worth of grants is being made available by the city council to projects which are providing food to Birmingham residents.

  

  Published 1st December 2022.

• Christmas waste collection plans - December 2022 and January 2023

  Plans for waste and recycling collections in Birmingham over the Christmas and new year period have been announced.

  

  Published 1st December 2022.

• Council wins Peace and Sport Award for its role in the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games

  The council’s role in the delivery of this year’s hugely-successful Commonwealth Games has been recognised with “Institution of the Year” status at the Peace and Sport Awards 2022.

  

  Published 1st December 2022.

• Flagging up our thanks: Proud Host City’s gifting gesture to the 72 nations and territories of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games

  Representatives from the 72 nations and territories that appeared at the Birmingham Commonwealth Games are set to be presented with special gifts as a thank you for their participation.

  

  Published 30th November 2022.

• Why Birmingham’s super-diversity is a strength, and not a surprise

  Today the 2021 Census data on ethnicity has revealed that Birmingham is one of the first ‘super diverse’ cities in the UK where citizens from ethnic minorities make up more than half the population.

  Published 29th November 2022.

• Extended advice and information hours secure more than £100,000 in extra benefits for citizens impacted by the cost of living crisis

  More than £100,000 in increased benefits have been unlocked for Birmingham residents as a result of Neighbourhood Advice and Information services offered during extended opening hours by the council.

  

  Published 28th November 2022.

• Call for evidence: meeting the needs of current and future employment opportunities for young people

  An inquiry is being launched into how skills, learning and employment prospects for young people can improve across the city.

  Published 23rd November 2022.

• UK Athletics and City Council unveil Performance and Innovation Centre at Alexander Stadium

  UK Athletics (UKA) has confirmed that Birmingham will host a new Performance and Innovation Centre from summer 2023, after agreeing a partnership with the City Council.

  

  Published 22nd November 2022.

• Birmingham employers paying the Living Wage risen by a third

  Birmingham’s ambition to become a Living Wage City has been boosted as the number of businesses paying the Living Wage has risen by a third in the past 12 months.

  Published 18th November 2022.

• Moseley Road Baths completed capital works make a splash

  At the beginning of this year the project to transform Moseley Road Baths and Balsall Heath Library entered a new phase.

  

  Published 18th November 2022.

• Double delight after two Perry Barr regeneration projects land awards

  Further recognition for the council-led regeneration of Perry Barr was received at the Insider West Midlands Property Awards 2022 last night (November 17).

  

  Published 18th November 2022.

• City of Nature Plan earns prestigious regional award

  The council-backed Birmingham City of Nature Plan has won the Judges’ Award at this year’s West Midlands National Park (WMNP) Awards.

  

  Published 17th November 2022.

• Street scene success for new Love Your Environment project

  The first six in a series of new Love Your Environment (LYE) events have seen 750 bags of litter collected, 500 graffiti tags removed and 100 dumped fridges and 50 tyres taken from city streets.

  

  Published 15th November 2022.

• Call for evidence to help shape new inquiry into improving physical activity opportunities for Birmingham’s disabled citizens

  A inquiry is being launched to look at how the Commonwealth Games legacy will improve access to physical activity opportunities - both participating and spectating - for disabled citizens.

  

  Published 14th November 2022.

• UK Athletics and Birmingham to host European Athletics Championships in 2026

  European Athletics have today announced that Birmingham will host the European Athletics Championships in 2026 following a successful bid process with UK Athletics (UKA).

  

  Published 11th November 2022.

• Council renews support for city’s Faith Covenant

  Birmingham’s Faith Covenant has been formally signed by Cllr John Cotton, Cabinet Member for Social Justice, Community Safety and Equalities and the city’s faith leaders today (November 11).

  

  Published 11th November 2022.

• Lawrence Barton appointed as Birmingham’s first Night-Time Economy Champion

  Lawrence Barton, the Festival Director for Birmingham Pride, has become Birmingham’s first Night-Time Economy Champion.

  

  Published 10th November 2022.

• Avian flu confirmed in city

  Following tests after a recent bird death, we have been informed of confirmed avian influenza in geese at Trittiford Mill Park in the Yardley Wood area of the city.

  

  Published 9th November 2022.

• Remembrance Sunday in Birmingham

  Birmingham will fall silent on Sunday, as the city remembers the fallen at its annual Remembrance Day parade and service.

  

  Published 8th November 2022.

• Early success for extended opening hours at centres offering cost of living advice

  Extended opening hours at city council Neighbourhood Advice and Information Centres for cost of living issues are already having a positive impact for residents.

  

  Published 8th November 2022.

• Advice and guidance to poultry and bird keepers in response to national housing order

  With the introduction of a national housing order across England on Monday (November 7) for all poultry and captive birds, people who keep such species are being urged to follow the new measures.

  

  Published 2nd November 2022.

• Improvements continue following SEND commissioner report

  Birmingham’s SEND commissioner’s report about SEND services in Birmingham, published by the Department for Education in May, is to go to the city council’s cabinet.

  Published 31st October 2022.

• Extended opening hours to support residents with advice and information on cost of living issues

  Operating hours are being extended at two city council Neighbourhood Advice and Information Centres to help support people through the cost of living crisis.

  

  Published 31st October 2022.

• Work begins on £2million Dolphin Centre project in Ward End

  Work to improve the Dolphin Centre in Ward End is well underway and is scheduled for completion in March 2023.

  

  Published 25th October 2022.

• National award for Perry Barr Residential Scheme

  National recognition has been given to the council-led regeneration of Perry Barr in the form of a prestigious RICS UK Award.

  

  Published 24th October 2022.

• Birmingham’s Warm Welcome spaces open

  A network of free-to-use Warm Welcome sites is being made available across Birmingham, with the first hubs opening today as part of the city’s response to the cost of living crisis.

  

  Published 24th October 2022.

• Engage for Ukraine scheme awards £270,000 in grants to community groups

  Birmingham community groups supporting Ukrainian refugees have received grants totalling £270,000 from the Engage for Ukraine Community Grants Scheme this week.

  Published 11th October 2022.

• Cost of Living Emergency Programme report approved by cabinet

  The city council has set out next steps in its plans to address the cost of living crisis for Birmingham residents and businesses, including a campaign highlighting where people can get help.

  

  Published 11th October 2022.

• First steps set to be taken on journey to adoption of new Birmingham Local Plan

  The first step on the journey to shape the planning framework that will guide development and regeneration activity in Birmingham over the next 20 years is set for approval tomorrow (October 11).

  

  Published 10th October 2022.

• Industry award won by council for cleaner streets scheme

  National recognition has been earned for the city council’s Mobile Household Recycling Centre (MHRC) service – in the form of a prestigious Local Authority Recycling Advisory Committee (LARAC) Award.

  

  Published 7th October 2022.

• Sparkbrook & Balsall Heath East by-election: 6 October 2022

  The results of the city council by-election for a seat in the Sparkbrook & Balsall Heath East Ward on Thursday 6 October 2022 is as follows:

  

  Published 7th October 2022.

• Birmingham City Partnership Board issues Cost of Living asks to National Government

  A coalition of leaders from across Birmingham has come together to urge the Prime Minister to work with the city and back their proposals to ease the effects of the cost-of-living crisis.

  

  Published 5th October 2022.

• Adoption of Edgbaston Reservoir Masterplan Supplementary Planning Document

  A document providing a vision and principles to protect and enhance the environment as well as inform future investment of the area around Edgbaston Reservoir is set for approval on October 11.

  

  Published 4th October 2022.

• Response to news that Games underspend will be retained in city and region

  The following is a response to news that around £60million of underspend from the Birmingham 2022 budget will be retained in the city and wider West Midlands region.

  

  Published 3rd October 2022.

• Plans for a lasting and positive legacy use of Alexander Stadium set for discussion

  A plan to secure a lasting, positive, legacy for the renovated Alexander Stadium and surrounding parkland after the Commonwealth Games is due before the city council’s Cabinet on October 11.

  

  Published 3rd October 2022.

• Eurovision 2023 candidate city shortlist reaction

  Cllr Ian Ward's reaction to Glasgow and Liverpool being shortlisted for Eurovision 2023.

  

  Published 27th September 2022.

• Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market looking for staff and musicians

  Organisers looking to recruit more than 200 staff and also audition musicians for this year’s Frankfurt Christmas Market.

  

  Published 26th September 2022.

• Car racing firm fined £50,000 following safety breaches at Birmingham track

  A stock-car racing firm was fined £50,000 and ordered to pay £20,000 costs after pleading guilty to two health & safety offences, after an accident led to a sponsor’s death at a Birmingham track.

  Published 23rd September 2022.

• Council shapes local support package as part of Council Tax Energy Rebate Scheme

  With Birmingham residents facing cost of living issues, the council has published details of support given to people through the discretionary element of the Council Tax Energy Rebate Scheme

  Published 21st September 2022.

• Council outlines further details of its Commonwealth Games legacy plan

  An update on Birmingham City Council’s efforts to maximise the city’s Commonwealth Games legacy is due before the council’s Cabinet on 23 September.

  

  Published 20th September 2022.

• Birmingham’s Black History Month launch event to go ahead

  Birmingham’s planned launch event for Black History Month will go ahead this weekend, following careful consideration in light of the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

  Published 15th September 2022.

• Queen’s funeral set to be screened in Birmingham city centre

  The funeral of the Queen will be broadcast on a large screen in Centenary Square on Monday 19 September.

  

  Published 14th September 2022.

• Service alterations on state funeral day for the Queen - 19 September 2022

  This page details how the city will be respecting the day of the funeral of the Queen, whilst also delivering key services for the people of Birmingham. Last updated 0949hrs on 15 September

  

  Published 14th September 2022.

• Death of Queen Elizabeth II - how Birmingham is paying its respects

  Arrangements are being made for the people of Birmingham to pay their respects following the death of The Queen on Thursday 8 September 2022. (Last updated: 1627hrs on 14 September).

  

  Published 8th September 2022.

• Everyone’s Battle, Everyone’s Business action plan approved by Cabinet

  Birmingham’s bold strategy on tackling inequalities both across the city and within Birmingham City Council was presented to Cabinet today (6 September 2022).

  Published 6th September 2022.

• Investing in our city parks through parking charges

  Cllr Majid Mahmood, Cabinet Member for Environment at Birmingham City Council, writes on the proposed roll out of car parking charging at five park sites…

  

  Published 6th September 2022.

• Leader declares cost of living emergency

  At today’s city council cabinet committee, leader of the council Cllr Ian Ward, made the following announcement:

  Published 6th September 2022.

• Strategic Director for City Operations set to retire

  Rob James, Strategic Director for City Operations at Birmingham City Council, is set to retire in December after a career devoted to the public sector.

  

  Published 5th September 2022.

• Major milestone reached by popular city council-operated waste collection service

  A milestone thousandth visit to Birmingham’s neighbourhoods was made by the city council’s Mobile Household Recycling Centre (MHRC) service today (September 2).

  

  Published 2nd September 2022.

• Dates for Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market 2022

  Birmingham’s famous Frankfurt Christmas Market to return to mark its 22nd year in the city.

  

  Published 2nd September 2022.

• Time ticking to see Countdown Clock in city centre

  Anyone wanting to catch a final glimpse of the Birmingham 2022 Countdown Clock in Birmingham city centre has until 5 September to do so.

  

  Published 30th August 2022.

• Congratulations to everyone getting GCSE results

  Students across Birmingham will today be getting GCSE results.

  Published 25th August 2022.

• Birmingham looks at twin city Zaporizhzhia as Ukraine celebrates Independence Day

  Birmingham is joining forces with a Ukrainian community organisation to celebrate the city’s strong affiliation with its twin city Zaporizhzhia, to mark Ukraine Independence Day today (24 August).

  

  Published 24th August 2022.

• New £300k Engage for Ukraine grant scheme for community groups launched

  Birmingham community groups supporting Ukrainian refugees will be able to apply for grants from a new £300,000 fund launched today (17 August 2022).

  Published 17th August 2022.

• Success of Alexander Stadium redevelopment highlighted in new report

  The lead contractor behind the redevelopment of Birmingham’s iconic Alexander Stadium is reflecting on the success of the project and the wide range of community benefits it brought to the local area.

  

  Published 17th August 2022.

• Birmingham welcomes The World Reimagined trail

  Birmingham's heritage and shared history will be explored through a trail of giant globes that was launched in the city centre today (12 August 2022).

  

  Published 12th August 2022.

• Ukrainian creatives in Birmingham begin Eurovision bid logo design after city is shortlisted

  A group of Ukrainian creatives have been invited to design Birmingham’s Eurovision bid logo, after it made the first-round shortlist to host Eurovision 2023.

  

  Published 12th August 2022.

• Record number of visitors from across the globe enjoy all Birmingham has to offer

  Shops, bars and restaurants in Birmingham city centre have never been so busy as visitors and residents alike flocked to the city’s squares and open spaces to enjoy the Commonwealth Games.

  

  Published 12th August 2022.

• City council backs awards that celebrate unsung heroes and champions diversity

  Birmingham City Council backs Britain’s Multicultural Business & Community Champion (MBCC) Awards 2022 as headline sponsor.

  Published 11th August 2022.

• Help bring Great British Railways to Brum

  The leaders of the three largest political parties at the city council have written a joint letter to the people of Birmingham.

  

  Published 8th August 2022.

• Statement on Birmingham receiving new funding to remove chewing gum stains from its streets

  New Government action to tackle litter on cities' high streets has been set out today (6 August), with Birmingham being one of the first cities to receive funding from Defra's Chewing Gum Taskforce

  Published 6th August 2022.

• Volunteer army hailed as Commonwealth Games heroes

  Birmingham City Council leader Cllr Ian Ward has hailed the 14,000 Commonwealth Games volunteers as 'the beating heart of Birmingham 2022'.

  

  Published 5th August 2022.

• Birmingham Bull to remain in city until September

  The Birmingham 2022 Opening Ceremony Bull will remain on display in Birmingham following the conclusion of the Games.

  

  Published 5th August 2022.

• Birmingham 2022: Games legacy boost for community basketball in the city

  An exciting partnership will create a legacy for community basketball from the huge success of the 3x3 format of the sport at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.

  

  Published 3rd August 2022.

• Outstanding start to Commonwealth Games is hailed

  Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) President, Dame Louise Martin, has hailed the outstanding start to the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.

  

  Published 2nd August 2022.

• A34 Highways Improvement Scheme update - July 2022

  The construction programme for the A34 scheme was complete as of 27 July 2022.

  

  Published 27th July 2022.

• Bold ambition for a Golden Decade of major events in Birmingham and West Midlands outlined by city leaders

  The Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games are a launchpad for the city and wider West Midlands region’s ambitions to secure a range of major events in the coming years.

  

  Published 27th July 2022.

• Birmingham trials first zero-emissions bin lorry

  In the latest step to reduce emissions from road traffic to combat climate change and help people live healthier lives, Birmingham City Council has begun trials of its first all-electric bin lorry.

  

  Published 26th July 2022.

• Green Flag Award 2022 success for 15 city parks

  Fifteen parks and open spaces maintained by Birmingham City Council and supported by ‘Friends Of’ parks groups have once again been named as Green Flag Award winners for 2022.

  

  Published 24th July 2022.

• Are you claiming all the benefits you’re entitled to?

  With the cost of living crisis really starting to bite, struggling households across Birmingham are being urged to check if they are missing out on the benefits they are entitled to.

  Published 22nd July 2022.

• The power of the Commonwealth Games to act as a catalyst for Host City improvements is praised

  The transformative power of the Commonwealth Games was observed by CGF President Dame Louise Martin during a visit to Perry Barr yesterday (July 21).

  

  Published 22nd July 2022.

• Young Women Into Leadership aims to inspire future female leaders

  Birmingham City Council, Aston University and US Embassy in London are once again combining forces to deliver an exciting, week-long leadership summit to inspire the next generation of female leaders.

  

  Published 21st July 2022.

• Birmingham community libraries celebrate Commonwealth Games with art exhibition

  Six Birmingham Community Libraries are celebrating the history and culture of countries from the Commonwealth through an art exhibition this summer.

  

  Published 21st July 2022.

• Spectacular evening of entertainment to welcome Queen's Baton Relay into city centre

  Birmingham as the Proud Host City of the Commonwealth Games will welcome the Queen’s Baton Relay to the city centre with a colourful, fun-filled evening of entertainment in Victoria Square next week.

  

  Published 20th July 2022.

• Brum. Our time has come…the Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay arrives in the Proud Host City in one week’s time!

  In just one week the Queen’s Baton will arrive in the Proud Host City of Birmingham for the final two days of its 294-day Commonwealth-wide journey.

  

  Published 20th July 2022.

• CGF President praises City Council preparations for Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games

  Preparations made by Birmingham City Council to welcome the 72 nations and territories competing at Birmingham 2022 have been endorsed by the President of the Commonwealth Games Federation.

  

  Published 20th July 2022.

• A bold, ambitious and confident vision for the city

  The city council leadership has set out its strategic plan for the future.

  Published 20th July 2022.

• Srebrenica Memorial Day 2022

  The Leaders of Birmingham City Council’s Labour, Conservative and Liberal Democrat groups made this joint statement today to mark Srebrenica Memorial Day.

  

  Published 11th July 2022.

• Celebrating children's rights across Birmingham schools

  Children and young people from more than 35 schools across Birmingham celebrated their achievements in Unicef’s Rights Respecting Schools programme at a spectacular event at Birmingham Rep theatre.

  

  Published 8th July 2022.

• Bring it on Brum – this summer’s programme is open for booking

  Birmingham’s summer holiday activities and food programme has been finalised.

  

  Published 8th July 2022.

• Deborah Cadman appointed permanent chief executive

  Deborah Cadman, Birmingham City Council’s current interim chief executive, has been appointed to the role on a permanent basis following a formal recruitment process.

  

  Published 6th July 2022.

• Winning designs for Proud Host City presentation items revealed

  Two manufacturing businesses from the city are benefitting from an opportunity to support the council’s role in welcoming VIPs and dignitaries during the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.

  

  Published 4th July 2022.

• Planning excellence celebrated at RTPI ceremony

  It was a night of wins for Birmingham City Council at the RTPI West Midlands Awards for Planning Excellence 2022 last night (June 30).

  

  Published 1st July 2022.

• Joint commitment to HS2 opportunities

  Leaders of Birmingham City Council, Solihull Council and West Midlands Combined Authority met with Government Ministers yesterday (29 June) to discuss the opportunities HS2 will bring to the region.

  Published 30th June 2022.

• A34 Highways Improvement Scheme update - June 2022

  As reported in our last update in May 2022, work to complete the project is now in its final stages.

  

  Published 29th June 2022.

• National Lottery players make a splash at Moseley Road Baths

  In the latest piece of good news for Moseley Road Baths, the National Lottery Heritage Fund has awarded development funding of £477,050 for a major restoration and development project at the Baths.

  Published 28th June 2022.

• Levelling Up Fund: Tranche 2 Bids

  The city council's Cabinet has today agreed to submit five bids worth £82million for funding from the second tranche of the Government's Levelling Up Fund (LUF).

  

  Published 28th June 2022.

• Dear Brum - a love letter to Birmingham

  ‘Of course I’m here writing you again…’ With these words Birmingham Poet Laureate Casey Bailey’s updated love letter to the city started an evening of celebration.

  

  Published 28th June 2022.

• Perry Barr Regeneration Scheme wins regional housing award

  Birmingham City Council’s Perry Barr Regeneration Scheme has received another industry award.

  

  Published 27th June 2022.

• Plans to showcase Birmingham's vibrant creativity and cultural scene

  Plans to help Birmingham tourism recover from the pandemic and further promote the city as a national and international destination are to go before the council's cabinet.

  Published 22nd June 2022.

• Peace Gardens to host special Covid memorial service

  Birmingham’s Peace Garden is to host a special Covid memorial service – open to the public – bringing together the city’s faith leaders to remember those lost on Sunday (26 June).

  Published 22nd June 2022.

• Hundreds of new computers for community libraries

  Hundreds of new, higher-quality computers for public use have been installed in all community libraries in the city.

  Published 21st June 2022.

• Bold proposals drawn up to maximise Commonwealth Games legacy for Birmingham

  Four projects are being put forward by the city council for funding consideration should the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games be delivered under budget.

  

  Published 20th June 2022.

• UK Athletics confirms bid for European Athletics Championships 2026

  UK Athletics has today confirmed it has officially submitted a joint bid with Birmingham City Council to host the European Athletics Championships at Birmingham’s Alexander Stadium in 2026.

  

  Published 20th June 2022.

• Refugee Week 2022 in Birmingham

  Birmingham, as a City of Sanctuary, is home to many refugees including those fleeing the war in Ukraine – and is hosting a range of events during Refugee Week.

  Published 20th June 2022.

• Modeshift STARS for active travel awarded to St Basils

  St Basils, an organisation that works with young homeless people in Birmingham, has gained Modeshift STARS accreditation for its efforts to encourage active travel.

  

  Published 17th June 2022.

• Second round of funding awarded to community groups to help embrace Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games

  Funds totalling more than £1million have been given to 247 projects in the second round of awards for a council programme designed to help people celebrate the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.

  

  Published 17th June 2022.

• Birmingham and Solihull support new plan to make smoking obsolete by 2030

  Organisations across Birmingham and Solihull today welcomed the publication of the Khan Independent Review into Smokefree 2030 policies and support the review’s four key recommendations:

  Published 15th June 2022.

• Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay route through the Proud Host City is revealed

  The Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay will visit all ten of the city’s Parliamentary constituencies during the final two days of its 294-day journey.

  

  Published 11th June 2022.

• Birmingham and Solihull residents encouraged to use local parent resources for infant mental health

  Inaugural Infant Mental Health Awareness Week (IMHAW) 13 to 19 June, seeks to highlight the importance of babies’ mental health as well as the surrounding issues that affect it.

  Published 10th June 2022.

• Arcadis appointed to bring forward Birmingham’s Our Future City Plan

  Birmingham City Council has appointed a major design and engineering firm to deliver the next phase of Our Future City Plan which will look at the city’s development to 2040.

  Published 9th June 2022.

• Crowdfunding partnership to bring community project ideas to life

  Birmingham City Council has launched an exciting new digital crowdfunding initiative, Be Bold Crowdfunding, to enable community-led ideas that matter to local people and local communities.

  

  Published 8th June 2022.

• Innovative partnership between two councils to tackle health inequalities within Black communities

  Birmingham and Lewisham Councils have jointly published a ground-breaking report identifying 39 ways to tackle health inequalities faced by people of Black African and Black Caribbean heritage.

  Published 6th June 2022.

• Portrait of city’s first female leader unveiled at memorial service

  A portrait of Birmingham’s first and only female leader was unveiled to celebrate her outstanding contribution to civic life at a memorial service earlier today (1 June 2022).

  

  Published 1st June 2022.

• Big Creative Birmingham Conversation starts consultation to gauge city’s creative vision

  Birmingham’s residents and visitors are being urged to take part in a public consultation to help shape the city’s creative vision for the next decade, which runs over June and July.

  Published 1st June 2022.

• Clean Air Zone sees city centre air quality improve in its first year

  Air quality in central Birmingham has improved since the Clean Air Zone was implemented a year ago and has seen a significant fall in the percentage of most polluting vehicles entering the city centre

  Published 1st June 2022.

• Commonwealth culture and cuisine served up at city-wide food festival

  Food and music from across the Commonwealth will be served up at a series of free, vibrant events in Birmingham.

  

  Published 30th May 2022.

• Household Support Fund plans to be discussed by Cabinet

  The city council has set out how it will support those in need using a further allocation of the Household Support Fund (HSF).

  Published 30th May 2022.

• New Lord Mayor takes up office following Mayor Making ceremony

  Birmingham’s new Lord Mayor, Cllr Maureen Cornish, has taken up the office of First Citizen after a Mayor Making ceremony during the Annual Meeting of the City Council last week (24 May 2022).

  

  Published 30th May 2022.

• Putting children at the heart of everything we do

  A report to cabinet has set out achievements being made in the city’s children’s services and the council’s commitment to put children and young people at the heart of everything we do.

  Published 25th May 2022.

• Tenth triumph for Team Birmingham at Chelsea Flower Show

  A display, celebrating Birmingham’s status a Proud Host City for the 2022 Commonwealth Games, has earned the city council its tenth consecutive Gold Medal at the Chelsea Flower Show.

  

  Published 24th May 2022.

• The River returns to life as a water feature

  Birmingham’s iconic water feature – The River – was officially switched back on in Victoria Square earlier today (19 May 2022).

  

  Published 19th May 2022.

• Rogue builder jailed for six years after Trading Standards investigation

  A Birmingham rogue builder was sentenced to six years in prison at Birmingham Crown Court yesterday (16 May 2022).

  Published 17th May 2022.

• A34 Highways Improvement Scheme update - May 2022

  Since construction work on the project began in June 2020, the majority of the key elements have been successfully completed.

  

  Published 10th May 2022.

• Birmingham’s role as Proud Host City for the Commonwealth Games to be showcased at this year’s Chelsea Flower Show

  Birmingham’s status a Proud Host City for the 2022 Commonwealth Games is celebrated in the city council’s entry for this year’s Chelsea Flower Show.

  

  Published 10th May 2022.

• Alexander Stadium is handed over for final leg of Games-time preparations

  Almost three years of work to redevelop the city’s Alexander Stadium has reached its most significant milestone yet.

  

  Published 9th May 2022.

• St George’s Day celebration hosted by council for Team England in Birmingham

  A giant St George flag, adorning the side of Birmingham’s Town Hall building and measuring 52.25m wide by 8.2m high, was the centrepiece of a special celebration staged in the city today (April 23).

  

  Published 23rd April 2022.

• Army deliver successful Alexander Stadium test event

  British Army athletes helped put a redeveloped venue for the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games through its paces yesterday (April 20).

  

  Published 21st April 2022.

• Birmingham 2022 celebrates 100 days to go at completed Sandwell Aquatics Centre

  With 100 days to go until the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games begin, Paralympic swimmers and an Olympic diver tested out the facilities at the newly completed Sandwell Aquatics Centre.

  

  Published 19th April 2022.

• Update on city planning for Birmingham 2022 given during Ambassador visit

  A briefing on preparations being made by the Proud Host City for the 2022 Commonwealth Games was given by the council during a visit to Birmingham by the US Chargé d’Affaires, ad interim Philip T. Reeker today (March 22).

  

  Published 22nd March 2022.

• Second set of local transport schemes announced

  Birmingham City Council has announced the second set of transport schemes to be developed and delivered from its new Local Improvement Budget.

  Published 17th March 2022.

• Perry Barr Residential Scheme smashes job creation target

  The international property and investment group, Lendlease, has announced that more than five hundred jobs have now been created during construction of the Perry Barr Residential Scheme in Birmingham.

  

  Published 17th March 2022.

• Man fined after rubbish dumped near Household Recycling Centre

  An incident that saw waste dumped approximately 400 metres away from a Birmingham Household Recycling Centre has led to a man being ordered to pay £2,690 for his offences.

  

  Published 16th March 2022.

• Birmingham is the UK’s first accredited Compassionate City

  The people of Birmingham have been recognised for their compassion in the way communities have supported each other during some of the most difficult times, crowned the UK’s first Compassionate City.

  Published 15th March 2022.

• Creating a bold, sustainable and healthy food system

  Plans to create a bold, sustainable, healthy and thriving food system are to be consulted on if approved by the city council’s cabinet.

  

  Published 15th March 2022.

• Holiday Activity and Food programme set to continue to 2025

  Birmingham’s hugely successful Holiday Activity and Food programme (HAF) will continue until 2025 if approved by cabinet.

  

  Published 14th March 2022.

• Birmingham City Council to receive almost £5m in fund which helps safeguard nation's cultural heritage

  Birmingham City Council has been awarded nearly £5m in Government funding to fund works on Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery.

  

  Published 11th March 2022.

• Clean Air Zone interim report provides evidence of impact on air pollution

  Birmingham City Council has published an interim report on the impact of the Clean Air Zone providing evidence that the levels of the air pollutant nitrogen dioxide are reducing in the city centre.

  

  Published 10th March 2022.

• Revised Draft Edgbaston Reservoir Masterplan - further public consultation

  Birmingham City Council has published a revised Draft Masterplan for Edgbaston Reservoir and invites citizens’ views on the document.

  

  Published 10th March 2022.

• Birmingham named as Queen’s Green Canopy “Champion City”

  Team England athlete Hayley Carruthers today helped plant a series of Jubilee trees in Pype Hayes Park to celebrate Birmingham’s status as a Queen’s Green Canopy “Champion City”.

  

  Published 10th March 2022.

• New £1.4m Coroners Court officially opened by Chief Coroner

  Birmingham and Solihull’s new £1.458m Coroners Court was officially opened by the Chief Coroner for England and Wales, His Honour Judge Thomas Teague QC, earlier today (9 March 2022).

  

  Published 9th March 2022.

• City Council receives £220,000 boost to expand food inspection programme

  Birmingham City Council’s environmental health team will be getting additional resources in advance of the Commonwealth Games in order to support food businesses across the city.

  Published 9th March 2022.

• How Birmingham can help make a difference to those fleeing Ukraine

  As people around the world watch what’s happening in Ukraine, Birmingham’s communities are coming together to support international appeals and efforts to help those fleeing war.

  Published 8th March 2022.

• Shakespeare's Coming Home

  Everything to Everybody Project announces First Folio tour and new exhibition for 2022.

  

  Published 8th March 2022.

• Birmingham to develop an online portal to help women suffering domestic abuse

  Birmingham City Council is to launch an online portal where women experiencing domestic abuse can find advice and information on support services as part of its Inform Women, Transform Lives campaign.

  Published 8th March 2022.

• Modeshift Stars scheme continues to empower active travel across Birmingham

  Birmingham City Council continues to encourage workers to reduce reliance on cars and commute sustainably: by bicycle, foot or public transport.

  

  Published 8th March 2022.

• Birmingham Erdington Parliamentary by-election

  The results of the Birmingham Erdington Parliamentary by-election are as follows:

  Published 3rd March 2022.

• Secondary school transfer - offers at 1 March 2022

  Pupils will today find out which secondary school they will attend in September.

  Published 1st March 2022.

• City centre CCTV network improvements work set to begin

  Works to improve Birmingham City Council’s CCTV network around the city centre – which would see 24 new cameras installed and 30 existing cameras upgraded are due to begin next month (March 2022).

  Published 28th February 2022.

• Birmingham City Council responds to the National Rough Sleeper statistics report released by the DLUHC

  Responding to the release today (24 February) of the National Rough Sleeper statistics report by the Department of Levelling Up, Homes and Communities

  Published 24th February 2022.

• Celebration time! Community groups awarded funding to help embrace Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games

  Funds totalling £300,000 have been given to 65 projects in 36 wards during the 1st round of awards for a city council programme designed to help people celebrate the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games

  

  Published 23rd February 2022.

• Plans for £4.5m improvements to Kings Norton Cemetery and Yardley Crematorium

  Birmingham City Council’s plans to improve facilities and capacity at a cemetery and crematorium in south Birmingham have been unveiled ahead of next week’s Cabinet meeting (1 March).

  Published 21st February 2022.

• BBC MasterChef relocation to Brum set to boost existing plans for Digbeth regeneration

  Today’s announcement that popular BBC television series MasterChef is relocating to Birmingham has been hailed as a boost for long-standing plans to regenerate the Digbeth area of the city.

  

  Published 18th February 2022.

• Helping rough sleepers during storm Eunice

  Due to Storm Eunice our Severe Weather Emergency Protocol remains activated across Birmingham to help people sleeping rough.

  

  Published 18th February 2022.

• Big Birmingham Bikes giveaway

  20 of 500 selected Birmingham residents collected a free bicycle today - 17 February 2022 - courtesy of Birmingham City Council's 'Big Birmingham Bikes' scheme.

  

  Published 17th February 2022.

• Have your say on Birmingham’s 25-year City of Nature plan

  Public consultation begins on the City of Nature 25-year plan to grow Birmingham’s green spaces from 600 to 1000.

  

  Published 15th February 2022.

• Thousands of children helped during winter holiday programme

  The city’s ambitious Holiday Activity and Food programme continued its success with its winter programme.

  

  Published 14th February 2022.

• Car Free School Streets are springing-up around Birmingham

  Colmore Junior and Infant School is one in the next round of Birmingham schools that will benefit from a Car Free School Street, this Easter.

  Published 11th February 2022.

• Further early help for struggling families

  The city council’s cabinet has approved an extension of the early help programme that supports families in need.

  Published 9th February 2022.

• New Local Improvement Budget drives new road safety schemes across Birmingham

  Birmingham City Council is announcing the first set of transport schemes to be developed from its new Local Improvement Budget fund.

  Published 8th February 2022.

• First Homes funding boost for new homeowners in Perry Barr

  Up to 99 more affordable homes are being made available for first-time buyers at the Perry Barr Residential Scheme (PBRS).

  

  Published 8th February 2022.

• Major regeneration for Smethwick to Birmingham corridor

  The Smethwick to Birmingham Corridor Plan is going to cabinet for approval. It promotes a co-ordinated approach to regeneration and development.

  

  Published 3rd February 2022.

• Response to Government White Paper on Levelling Up

  The leader of Birmingham City Council has welcomed the publication of the white paper on levelling up, saying the council is ready to play its part but needs the backing of government.

  Published 2nd February 2022.

• Three million pounds for the arts and culture in Birmingham

  Almost three million pounds to support the arts sector and cultural activities in Birmingham for 2022/23 is set to be approved by cabinet.

  Published 1st February 2022.

• Council plans to tackle fly tipping, knife crime and rogue landlords

  Birmingham City Council today unveiled a package of bold new measures to make the city cleaner, safer and better.

  Published 31st January 2022.

• Perry Barr masterplan set to help secure Birmingham’s 2022 legacy

  The final version of the Perry Barr 2040: A Vision for Legacy masterplan is due for adoption by Birmingham City Council’s Cabinet on February 8.

  

  Published 31st January 2022.

• Updated religious education syllabus set for adoption

  An updated religious education syllabus that respects all children and helps them become happy, confident and ambitious is to go to the city council’s cabinet for adoption.

  Published 31st January 2022.

• City of Nature Plan must be accepted by Cabinet to meet Birmingham's net-zero carbon target

  Birmingham City Council will be recommending, on 8 February, that its Cabinet approves a 25-year City of Nature Plan to change the way it manages its parks, for environmental health recovery.

  

  Published 31st January 2022.

• Birmingham is first UK city to host Climate Change Committee

  Birmingham's ambitious plans to address the climate crisis will be in the spotlight this week when the city plays host to the UK’s Climate Change Committee (CCC).

  Published 31st January 2022.

• Public reminded not to touch sick or dead birds or any potentially infected materials to help combat risk of avian flu

  With avian influenza spreading in the wild bird population, people visiting city parks are reminded to not touch sick/dead birds – or anything that might have been in contact with infected droppings.

  

  Published 28th January 2022.

• Birmingham’s Clean Air strategy: blue sky thinking for a greener city

  The council has launched a crucial strategy to create a bolder, greener vision for the city.

  

  Published 27th January 2022.

• Locations of city’s COVID-19 memorial community gardens are announced

  The locations of ten COVID-19 memorial community gardens across Birmingham have been announced by the city council.

  

  Published 27th January 2022.

• Sports hub in Perry Barr set for £500k boost

  Plans for a £500,000 upgrade to a community sports facility in Perry Barr, to further strengthen the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games Legacy have been confirmed.

  

  Published 25th January 2022.

• Holocaust Memorial Day 2022 commemoration event at Millennium Point

  Birmingham’s annual civic commemoration of Holocaust Memorial Day will be hosted at Millennium Point next week.

  

  Published 20th January 2022.

• Birmingham chosen to participate in the Carter Center’s Inform Women, Transform Lives campaign

  Birmingham has been chosen by the Carter Center as 1 of 12 international cities to participate in its Inform Women, Transform Lives campaign, which aims to ensure women can access information.

  

  Published 20th January 2022.

• A bold budget for Birmingham on the cusp of a golden decade for the city

  A new draft financial plan for Birmingham City Council, designed to maximise the potential of a golden decade for the city, has been published.

  

  Published 17th January 2022.

• Public urged not to touch sick or dead birds – as avian influenza confirmed by Defra in Birmingham

  Confirmed cases of Avian Flu have been discovered within the wild bird population in the city.

  

  Published 14th January 2022.

• New support grant for businesses amid Omicron concerns

  Birmingham City Council is continuing to deliver its mission to support independent businesses with a new round of business grants.

  

  Published 14th January 2022.

• Who goes first on the UK highways according to the new Highway Code hierarchy?

  29 January 2022 is the day when greater protection should be given to the safety of active travellers as the Government’s proposed hierarchy of road users takes effect.

  

  Published 7th January 2022.

• Christmas tree recycling - Dec 2021 and Jan 2022

  As this year’s festivities draw to a close, Birmingham City Council has again set up a number of locations for residents to recycle their Christmas trees.

  

  Published 26th December 2021.

• Birmingham Jab Cab - free taxi service to get a vaccine or booster

  A transport facility for people struggling to get to a Covid vaccination site has been set up so citizens can get their first, second or booster jab.

  Published 24th December 2021.

• Chancellor urged to back Birmingham businesses

  Birmingham council bosses have written to Chancellor Rishi Sunak urging him to support businesses and jobs in sectors hit hardest by the latest Covid-19 restrictions.

  Published 17th December 2021.

• Winter holiday clubs programme finalised

  Bring it on Brum – the city’s winter holiday activities and food programme has now been finalised.

  Published 15th December 2021.

• Budget Challenge: Consultation on how would you prioritise the city council’s spend?

  An interactive webpage has been launched by Birmingham City Council to get people thinking about how they wish the organisation’s budget to be prioritised to best meet their needs.

  

  Published 14th December 2021.

• Local Improvement Budget fund could enable Birmingham City Council to protect grass verges and pavement space from parked vehicles

  Councillor Zaffar will be asking the Cabinet to approve a recommendation, on 14 December 2021, to create a Local Improvement Budget fund to improve localities.

  Published 9th December 2021.

• Helping those in need with the Household Support Fund

  The city council has set out how it will support those in need using the remainder of the Household Support Fund allocation.

  Published 9th December 2021.

• Organisations invited to apply to become part of Stronger Communities scheme

  A search has been launched for organisations that can help support a range of activities being developed by Birmingham City Council and Birmingham Voluntary Service Council (BVSC).

  

  Published 9th December 2021.

• Major funding boost for Moseley Road Baths transformation

  The transformation of Moseley Road Baths and Balsall Heath library has received a major boost with the allocation of £15.5m of Levelling-Up funding.

  Published 9th December 2021.

• Birmingham plans to welcome more Afghan refugees under resettlement scheme

  Birmingham’s pledge to welcome more than 200 Afghan refugees under two Home Office schemes will be discussed by the council’s Cabinet next week.

  Published 8th December 2021.

• Electric bikes available to hire for the first time in Birmingham

  From 8 December 2021, electric bikes may be hired from any of Birmingham's 85 docking stations situated in the most popular areas.

  

  Published 8th December 2021.

• Council plans to invest £845,000 in improving city centre CCTV

  Birmingham City Council plans to expand and improve CCTV around the city centre CCTV network have been unveiled ahead of next week’s Cabinet meeting.

  Published 8th December 2021.

• Day opportunities - outreach support given to citizens during the pandemic

  A report to cabinet shows the support given to older and vulnerable citizens when day centres were closed during pandemic restrictions.

  Published 7th December 2021.

• Council set to approve deal to continue hosting of the YONEX All England Open Badminton Championships

  Proposals to extend Birmingham’s status as the home of the YONEX All England Open Badminton Championships until 2026 are due for discussion by the city council’s Cabinet on December 14.

  

  Published 7th December 2021.

• Walking routes upgrade to support Commonwealth Games and city’s long-term legacy

  A £1.6million package of improvements to key walking routes ahead of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games has been confirmed by the council.

  

  Published 6th December 2021.

• Christmas waste collection plans - December 2021 and January 2022

  Details of waste and recycling collections in Birmingham over the Christmas and new year period have been announced.

  

  Published 3rd December 2021.

• Paulette Hamilton wins first 'resilience and recovery' award

  Cllr Paulette Hamilton has won the inaugural Resilience and Recovery award at the annual national Cllr Awards.

  

  Published 2nd December 2021.

• Birmingham Children's Trust improvement journey continues

  Headlines from the latest visit by Ofsted to check on the progress being made by Birmingham Children’s Trust reveal that continued improvements in children’s social care are being made.

  Published 1st December 2021.

• How Birmingham will be Bold through its Commonwealth Games legacy

  A document detailing how Birmingham City Council plans to maximise the Proud Host City status for the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games has been published.

  

  Published 1st December 2021.

• Working with communities to improve digital inclusion

  Working with local communities the city council has launched the Birmingham Digital Inclusion Strategy.

  

  Published 30th November 2021.

• Birmingham gears up for round 2 of the big hackathon

  IT developers are invited to take part in an exciting Hackathon event looking for solutions to support Adult Education Services.

  

  Published 26th November 2021.

• New strategy aims to put Birmingham at the heart of levelling-up

  Birmingham City Council is urging the Government to back a levelling-up strategy that could help 75,000 people into work, boosting the city economy by a massive £9bn a year.

  Published 24th November 2021.

• Consultation begins to make Places for People at Lozells

  Lozells is the second area in Birmingham where people are being consulted about expanding and making permanent the temporary measures instigated last year, to create Places for People.

  Published 17th November 2021.

• Hundreds on way into work following hugely successful Birmingham Jobs Fair

  Hundreds of people have taken the first step towards securing a new job or training opportunity following the Birmingham Jobs Fair at Villa Park.

  

  Published 15th November 2021.

• Birmingham recognised for work on Living Wage

  Birmingham has been recognised for making Birmingham a Living Wage City today (15 November).

  

  Published 15th November 2021.

• Perry Barr Residential Scheme reaches milestone of two million hours worked on site

  More than two million hours have now been spent on construction of the Perry Barr Residential Scheme in Birmingham.

  

  Published 11th November 2021.

• Councillor Zaffar visits COP26 Glasgow

  Today, Birmingham City Council Member for Transport and Environment, Councillor Zaffar is on a journey to COP26 where he will be talking about the council's route to net-zero carbon by 2030.

  

  Published 11th November 2021.

• Birmingham gets funding boost for community initiatives in Government pilot scheme

  Birmingham City Council is one of 13 local authorities to receive a funding boost from a £5m Government funding pot to help councils tackle issues affecting their communities, announced this week.

  Published 10th November 2021.

• Remembrance Sunday in Birmingham

  Birmingham will fall silent on Sunday, as the city remembers the fallen at its Remembrance Day parade and service.

  

  Published 10th November 2021.

• Talk Money Week 2021

  Birmingham City Council is supporting Talk Money Week, the annual campaign to get the nation having conversations about money.

  Published 9th November 2021.

• Birmingham City Council Cabinet agrees 12-year electric vehicle strategy

  3,000 electric vehicle charge-points will be rolled-out across Birmingham to reduce city emissions by 50% in 2030 compared to 2020 levels.

  

  Published 9th November 2021.

• Fox Hollies Park set to receive £500,000 upgrade

  Play facilities at an Acocks Green park are set to be refurbished and renewed through a newly-approved Birmingham City Council project worth almost £500,000.

  

  Published 8th November 2021.

• Cycling and walking improvement work begins at the Pershore Road and Priory Road junction

  Birmingham City Council is extending segregated cycle lanes and improving traffic-flow control at the Pershore Road and Priory Road junction to enhance the safety of cyclists and pedestrians.

  

  Published 8th November 2021.

• New appointments for council's leadership team

  Appointments have been made to two key positions as part of the city council’s aim to drive forward its priorities.

  Published 5th November 2021.

• Consultation on city centre order launched today

  Birmingham City Council is asking people who live or work in or visit Birmingham to share their views on plans to introduce measures to tackle anti-social behaviour in the city centre.

  Published 5th November 2021.

• Thousands of children benefit from summer holiday programme

  The largest and most ambitious programme aimed at addressing holiday hunger, inactivity, isolation and learning loss has proved hugely successful over the summer.

  Published 5th November 2021.

• Project partner search is launched for scheme to bring people together during Commonwealth Games

  A search has been launched for organisations that can help enable projects being developed by the council to bring people together as a result of the city hosting the Commonwealth Games next year.

  

  Published 5th November 2021.

• Birmingham’s festive countdown begins: Frankfurt Christmas Market opens today

  It’s been nearly two years since the smell of schnitzel, bratwurst and gluhwein filled the city centre, but Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market is back this year and opens today (4 November 2021).

  

  Published 4th November 2021.

• Working together to help prevent suicide

  A report showing the progress made in the city council’s suicide prevention strategy is to be presented to full council today (Tuesday, 2 November).

  Published 2nd November 2021.

• Dudley Road wins Levelling-Up funding to tackle social inequalities

  The A457 Dudley Road Improvement Scheme in Birmingham has received £19.94m to improve travel infrastructure.

  Published 29th October 2021.

• Birmingham successfully bids for £52 million to regenerate key parts of the city

  The council has successfully bid for funding to support important initiatives happening across the city.

  

  Published 27th October 2021.

• #AdditionalNotSpecial - a powerful message from RISE Youth Forum

  Cllr Sharon Thompson, cabinet member for children and vulnerable families, has praised a group of young people with additional needs for their campaigning work.

  Published 26th October 2021.

• Birmingham Jobs Fair - jobs available on the day!

  Thousands of jobs will be available with 50 employers across the region at the Birmingham Jobs Fair, with job offers on the day.

  

  Published 25th October 2021.

• It’s beginning to look a bit like Christmas…

  Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market will start to take shape this weekend, as the city prepares for the festive attraction’s return next month.

  

  Published 22nd October 2021.

• Yardley East by-election result 21 October 2021

  The result of the Yardley East by-election is as follows:

  Published 21st October 2021.

• The World Reimagined comes to Birmingham

  National art education project featuring globally-recognised artists comes to Birmingham next year to transform how we understand the Transatlantic Slave Trade and its impact on us all.

  

  Published 20th October 2021.

• Providing more than 80,000 supermarket vouchers over October half-term

  Birmingham City Council will be ensuring families eligible for free school meals over the upcoming October half-term break will get the help they need.

  Published 19th October 2021.

• Van’s involvement in Selly Oak dumped waste case costs man almost £4,000

  A Coventry man who was found guilty of allowing his van to be used to dump waste in Selly Oak was ordered to pay almost £4,000 after a trial at Birmingham Magistrates’ Court on Friday (October 15).

  

  Published 18th October 2021.

• Butcher's company ordered to pay £17,181 for health and safety breach

  A Birmingham butcher's was ordered to pay £17,181 after being pleading guilty to using a band saw without a safety guard, at Birmingham Magistrates Court on Wednesday (13 October 2021).

  Published 15th October 2021.

• Stadium contractor benefits Birmingham groups with final round of You Matter Communities scheme

  The winners for the third round of the You Matter Communities Community Fund have been announced.

  

  Published 14th October 2021.

• Fifteen city parks and open spaces retain Green Flag Award status in 2021

  Fifteen parks and open spaces maintained by Birmingham City Council have been named as Green Flag Award winners for 2021.

  

  Published 14th October 2021.

• Keep Britain Tidy and Council working together to reduce fly-tipping

  Keep Britain Tidy has begun work with Birmingham City Council to tackle fly-tipping and reduce recycling contamination.

  

  Published 8th October 2021.

• Suspended prison sentence for asbestos dumper after council investigation

  A Nechells man who dumped six sacks of asbestos on a street in Hockley has been given a ten-month suspended prison sentence for his offences after a prosecution brought by Birmingham City Council.

  

  Published 7th October 2021.

• £700k of apprenticeship levy to help city's most disadvantaged

  Birmingham City Council is to give around £700,000 worth of unused apprenticeship levy funds to help some of the city’s most disadvantaged residents who have been badly affected by the pandemic.

  Published 7th October 2021.

• Frankfurt Christmas Market recruiting for 200-plus jobs

  Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market is once again looking to recruit more than 200 people to support its stalls when it returns to the city centre next month.

  

  Published 5th October 2021.

• Domestic abuse support services get £3.2m funding boost

  Birmingham’s support for victims of domestic abuse will benefit from more than £3.2m in Government funding, according to a report due to be discussed by Cabinet next week (12 October 2021).

  Published 5th October 2021.

• Bold proposal to deliver new waste depot as part of service improvement plan

  Plans to further modernise the city council’s waste management services through the development of a new depot are due before Cabinet Members on October 12.

  

  Published 5th October 2021.

• Birmingham City Council and ESB Energy launch new electric vehicle charging network

  Birmingham’s first ESB Energy multi-charging hub for electric vehicle (EV) users has been officially opened at a flagship site located on Navigation Street.

  

  Published 4th October 2021.

• Gender pay gap at council continues to reduce

  A report has found that the gender pay gap at Birmingham City Council continues to reduce, with the workforce gender balance also becoming more equal, and more women in higher-paid roles.

  Published 4th October 2021.

• Consultation launched on design options for Kings Heath and Moseley Places for People

  Consultation has now opened on new Places for People designs for both sides of Kings Heath High Street, in a bid to improve air quality and create safer streets for walking and cycling.

  

  Published 29th September 2021.

• Health and Wellbeing Board Strategy Consultation: Creating a Bolder, Healthier City

  The Birmingham Health and Wellbeing Board would like your views on its draft strategy; Creating a Bolder, Healthier City.

  

  Published 23rd September 2021.

• New executive director for education and skills

  Birmingham City Council has recruited a new Executive Director for Education and Skills. 

  

  Published 22nd September 2021.

• Tyseley’s reuse shop officially opened

  Tyseley’s Reuse Shop has officially opened to the public after a ribbon-cutting ceremony including Councillor John O’Shea, Cabinet Member for Street Scene and Parks.

  

  Published 22nd September 2021.

• Birmingham wins ninth Gold at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2021

  Birmingham City Council has scooped Gold for the ninth show running at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2021.

  

  Published 21st September 2021.

• Birmingham’s Black History Month launches this week

  Birmingham’s celebration of Black History Month will be launched with a special event tomorrow (18 September 2021).

  Published 17th September 2021.

• Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market 2021

  Birmingham’s internationally renowned Frankfurt Christmas Market is set to return to the city to mark its 21st year.

  

  Published 17th September 2021.

• Double dumping of waste leads to fine for Rednal man

  A man from Rednal whose vehicle was twice caught dumping waste on a Small Heath street by council-operated CCTV has been ordered to pay almost £2,000 for his offences.

  

  Published 16th September 2021.

• Shop owner ordered to pay £5k for customer fall

  A Birmingham gift shop owner was ordered to pay £5,008 today (16 September 2021) after Birmingham Magistrates Court heard how an elderly customer fell down an open hatch into the store’s basement.

  Published 16th September 2021.

• COVID-19 case at City Council meeting

  An attendee tested positive for COVID-19 following the City Council meeting on 14 September 2021.

  

  Published 15th September 2021.

• Additional restriction grants launch a second round

  Birmingham city council has launched a second opportunity for businesses to apply for additional restrictions grants.

  

  Published 14th September 2021.

• Residents thanked for giving Mobile Household Recycling Centres a warm welcome

  People in Birmingham have been thanked by the council for the support they have shown for the city’s recently launched Mobile Household Recycling Centres (MHRCs).

  

  Published 14th September 2021.

• Alexander Stadium contract social value highlighted in new report

  The community benefits that have been achieved during the first 12 months of the project to redevelop Birmingham’s Alexander Stadium are detailed in a new report published today (September 10).

  

  Published 10th September 2021.

• Safer Streets scheme to be rolled out in Stockland Green

  A north Birmingham suburb is set to see improvements to safety and security as part the Safer Streets scheme, which was launched today (9 September 2021).

  Published 9th September 2021.

• Bid now for second round of Celebrating Communities funding

  Residents and community groups now have a second chance to bid for a slice of a £2million council fund created to help people celebrate the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.

  

  Published 9th September 2021.

• Director of Council Management is appointed

  Becky Hellard has been named as Birmingham City Council’s Director of Council Management, as the organisation’s reshaping continues.

  Published 7th September 2021.

• First images of Birmingham’s Chelsea Flower Show display for 2021 are revealed

  Pictures previewing what Birmingham City Council’s 2021 RHS Chelsea Flower display will look like have been revealed.

  

  Published 6th September 2021.

• Listening to the voices of young people as they move towards adulthood

  The voices of young people, carers and the community have been a vital part of plans to support young people as they move towards adulthood.

  Published 3rd September 2021.

• New Garden of Memory unveiled at restored Jewellery Quarter cemetery

  The results of a £2.3m project to restore historic cemeteries in the heart of the Jewellery Quarter were unveiled during a special ceremony this week.

  

  Published 2nd September 2021.

• Digital inclusion - online access for everyone

  A new digital inclusion team at the city council will ensure Birmingham’s most vulnerable and excluded citizens will have better access to online services.

  Published 31st August 2021.

• New decade-long deal set to secure indoor athletics events for city

  The long-term future of indoor athletics in Birmingham is set to be secured through a proposed 10-year partnership agreement between UK Athletics and Birmingham City Council.

  

  Published 27th August 2021.

• Birmingham man sentenced for running a counterfeit clothing factory

  A Birmingham man was sentenced to 4 years imprisonment at Birmingham Crown Court yesterday (23 August 2021) after pleading guilty to 26 offences for manufacturing and selling fake designer clothes.

  Published 24th August 2021.

• Justice calls for Phone Book dumper

  A man who claimed he had delivered 1,000 telephone directories when he had in fact dumped them on a city street has been ordered to pay £884 for his offences following an investigation by the council.

  

  Published 20th August 2021.

• Statement regarding Birmingham welcoming Afghan refugees

  Below is a statement from Cllr John Cotton, Cabinet Member for Social Inclusion, Community Safety and Equalities, on the city's welcome to refugees from Afghanistan.

  Published 18th August 2021.

• Silver Award renewed for the city’s support of the armed forces community

  Birmingham City Council is one of 50 employers from across the West Midlands to receive recent recognition from the Ministry of Defence for its commitment to support the Armed Forces community.

  Published 17th August 2021.

• Statement on North Birmingham Transport contract

  Cllr Sharon Thompson, cabinet member for vulnerable children and families, has issued the following statement about a home to school transport contract.

  Published 17th August 2021.

• Message of congratulations to those getting GCSE results

  Students across Birmingham will today be getting GCSE results. Cllr Jayne Francis, cabinet member for education, skills and culture, sent them a message of congratulation.

  Published 12th August 2021.

• Message to students getting exam results

  Cllr Jayne Francis, cabinet member for education, skills and culture, congratulates students for their hard work, and talks about available options.

  Published 10th August 2021.

• Volunteers praised for their efforts to achieve cleaner, greener streets

  Residents and community groups have been praised by Birmingham City Council for their long-term dedication to keeping their neighbourhoods looking as good as possible.

  

  Published 9th August 2021.

• Landlord and tyre company fined £43k for dangerous platform lift

  A Birmingham tyre firm and its landlord have been fined a total of £43,333 after pleading guilty to breaching health and safety legislation at Birmingham Magistrates Court today (6 August 2021).

  Published 6th August 2021.

• Award-winning highways scheme completes in Stechford

  The circa £13 million Iron Lane junction improvements scheme has enhanced links to employment sites and local retail, reduced congestion and provided improved facilities for cycling and walking.

  

  Published 5th August 2021.

• Birmingham City Council Cabinet Member announcement

  The following changes to the city council’s cabinet have today been announced:

  Published 4th August 2021.

• Butcher’s fined £46,800 and director gets suspended sentence for meat saw incident

  A Birmingham butcher’s firm and its sole director were today (2 August 2021) ordered to pay £54,653 for health and safety offences after an employee nearly lost a finger while using a band saw.

  Published 2nd August 2021.

• Innovative Preparation for Adulthood team shortlisted for award

  The city council’s Preparation for Adulthood team, working with Birmingham Children’s Trust, has been shortlisted for a Local Government Chronicle award in the ‘innovation’ category.

  Published 2nd August 2021.

• Birmingham's Commonwealth Games venue is already the best stadium in the country

  Olympic and Commonwealth Games athletics legend Sir Brendan Foster has labelled Birmingham's Alexander Stadium 'the best in the country' even before major building work on new-look venue is complete.

  Published 28th July 2021.

• Birmingham gets first hydrogen bus

  Birmingham City Council has unveiled the first of its 20 new hydrogen buses, which are set to be in operation later this year.

  

  Published 27th July 2021.

• Consultation launches on city centre proposals to help Birmingham cut carbon emissions

  Birmingham residents are being asked to comment on proposals that will transform access to the city centre, with the aim of reducing through journeys to improve air quality and achieve carbon targets.

  

  Published 27th July 2021.

• Helping older people live happy and healthy lives within their communities

  A city council scheme that provides grants and funding for voluntary organisations and charities has been given permission to be extended and recommissioned.

  Published 27th July 2021.

• Council signs pledge to reduce risks of modern slavery in Birmingham

  Birmingham City Council signed a charter today (26 July 2021), as a commitment to proactively work to ensure there are no instances of modern slavery taking place within its supply chain.

  Published 26th July 2021.

• Stadium contractor announces final round of You Matter Communities scheme

  McLaughlin & Harvey, the lead contractor for the council at the Alexander Stadium Redevelopment, has announced a third and final round of the You Matter Communities scheme.

  

  Published 26th July 2021.

• Tyseley’s Reuse Shop set to open to the public

  Birmingham residents will now have the choice to either reuse or recycle when visiting the city’s Household Recycling Centres (HRCs).

  

  Published 23rd July 2021.

• Design Competition for Commonwealth Games presentation items launched

  A great opportunity is being launched to support the council’s role in welcoming VIPs and dignitaries during the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.

  

  Published 22nd July 2021.

• Breaking Down Barriers: Working Towards Birmingham's Future

  Council bosses today vowed young people in Birmingham will not become a left behind generation, after youth unemployment almost doubled during the Covid pandemic.

  Published 22nd July 2021.

• Young Women in Leadership summit aims to inspire new generation of female leaders

  Birmingham will host an intensive leadership programme next week, featuring talks and lectures by a variety of internationally renowned women with a view to inspire a new generation of female leaders.

  Published 21st July 2021.

• Home to school transport - meeting for families

  Birmingham City Council’s Leader, Cllr Ian Ward will tonight be holding a second public meeting as part of its continuing commitment to engage with parents and schools as the service works to improve.

  Published 21st July 2021.

• Business case for East Birmingham Inclusive Growth Programme to go to Cabinet

  The business case for a major growth programme, which aims to transform one of the most deprived parts of Birmingham, will be discussed at Cabinet next week.

  Published 21st July 2021.

• Vue cinema chain fined £750,000 following foot-rest fatality

  A major cinema chain was fined £750,000 for breaching health and safety legislation at its Star City theatre in Nechells which led to a cinema-goer’s death, at Birmingham Crown Court today (20 July).

  Published 20th July 2021.

• Statement from Cllr Kate Booth

  Cllr Kate Booth has made the following statement about her decision to step down as cabinet member.

  Published 20th July 2021.

• Affordable homes set to be delivered sooner than expected at Perry Barr Residential Scheme

  Updated plans designed to maximise the regeneration benefits of the Perry Barr Residential Scheme are detailed in a Revised Full Business Case (RFBC) Update due before Cabinet on July 27.

  

  Published 19th July 2021.

• Residents to be given say on YouTube series designed to catch fly-tippers

  Plans for a YouTube video series to help catch the culprits of fly-tipping in Birmingham are set to take a step forward when the city council’s Cabinet meets next week.

  

  Published 19th July 2021.

• New strategy sets out major sporting events legacy from Commonwealth Games

  A new strategy outlining the principles that will underpin Birmingham City Council’s efforts to secure the right to host major sporting events in the next decade has been published.

  

  Published 19th July 2021.

• Wishing pupils, teachers and staff a happy summer holiday

  Cllr Jayne Francis, cabinet member for education, skills and culture, says thank you to everyone for their hard work during the last academic year.

  Published 19th July 2021.

• Festive market announced for Cathedral grounds

  With summer well and truly here, Colmore BID and partners are busy planning activities for winter and can announce Christmas in Cathedral Square, a festive market with 30 craft, gift and food stalls.

  Published 19th July 2021.

• Perry Barr 2040 Masterplan consultation now live

  People are being invited to have their say on the Perry Barr 2040 Masterplan proposals for how to further improve the area over the next two decades.

  

  Published 15th July 2021.

• SEND joint local area re-inspection report

  Joint statement from Cllr Kate Booth, cabinet member for children’s wellbeing at Birmingham City Council, and Paul Jennings, chief executive of Birmingham and Solihull Clinical Commissioning Group.

  Published 12th July 2021.

• A34 Perry Barr highways improvement scheme – Birchfield Bridge update

  Birmingham City Council has announced details on the latest element of the A34 Perry Barr highways improvement scheme, including key dates for anyone who uses key transport routes in the area.

  

  Published 12th July 2021.

• Perry Barr 2040 Masterplan outlines ambitious future vision for area over next two decades

  A draft Masterplan outlining an ambitious vision for how to further improve Perry Barr over the next two decades has been published today (July 9).

  

  Published 9th July 2021.

• Council secures more testing kits for Covid hotspots

  Birmingham City Council has secured almost 30,000 additional lateral flow testing kits following a successful door-to-door operation in Covid hotspots across the city.

  Published 8th July 2021.

• Plea to make it easier for vulnerable families to get free vitamins and food vouchers

  Birmingham City Council has urged the government to make it easier for vulnerable families to register for the Healthy Start scheme.

  Published 5th July 2021.

• New public art to celebrate Birmingham’s diversity by going Forward Together

  Birmingham’s diversity, creativity and spirit will be celebrated in a new artwork due to be unveiled in the city centre later this week.

  Published 1st July 2021.

• Perry Barr Household Recycling Centre closure for upgrade is announced

  Birmingham residents are being advised that the Perry Barr Household Recycling Centre (HRC) will be temporarily closed from 31 July 2021 whilst major improvement works are undertaken.

  

  Published 1st July 2021.

• Be Bold, Be Birmingham street art mural unveiled at Smithfield Birmingham

  Birmingham City Council has today (June 30) boldly unveiled a stunning new street art mural.

  

  Published 30th June 2021.

• Council recognised for green travel plans

  Birmingham City Council has been awarded Modeshift STARS Business Bronze Accreditation for its green travel initiatives and encouraging staff to take-up more sustainable methods of transport.

  

  Published 29th June 2021.

• Smithfield Birmingham milestone will deliver thousands of new jobs

  Smithfield Birmingham development reached a significant milestone today (29 June 2021) as Lendlease and the city council finalised a joint venture contract for the £1.9bn scheme.

  

  Published 29th June 2021.

• New homes for social rent get council go-ahead

  Birmingham City Council has given the green light for dozens of new homes for social rent to be built in the Sparkbrook & Balsall Heath East Ward.

  Published 29th June 2021.

• £8 million secured for holiday activities and food programme

  Bring it on Brum – the city’s summer holiday activities programme is on its way.

  Published 24th June 2021.

• Birmingham bids for more than £60 million to regenerate key parts of the city

  Birmingham City Council has bid for circa £64 million from the UK Government’s Levelling Up Fund to support four major schemes in the city.

  

  Published 23rd June 2021.

• Birmingham residents receiving vaccinations at Millennium Point exempt from Clean Air Zone charge

  Birmingham residents are able to get a ‘walk-in’ vaccination at Millennium Point from this week and are also exempt from Clean Air Zone charges if driving a non-compliant vehicle.

  

  Published 23rd June 2021.

• City council urges government to extend deadline for EU citizens seeking settled status

  Thousands of EU nationals living and working in Birmingham may remain undocumented just days before the deadline for the Government's EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS).

  Published 22nd June 2021.

• Birmingham secures funding for electric bikes

  Birmingham City Council will roll-out the electric bicycles later this year in partnership with local organisations, to help increase cycling provision for vulnerable people and the wider community.

  

  Published 22nd June 2021.

• Council's financial management praised in new CIPFA report

  Birmingham City Council's improvements in its financial management have been described as exemplary in a new report from the leading professional institute for local government finance.

  

  Published 21st June 2021.

• Hundreds of laptops donated to communities

  Hundreds of laptops and other digital devices are being donated to communities by Birmingham City Council.

  Published 21st June 2021.

• Local pupils bench design brought to life

  A new bench, designed by pupils from University of Birmingham School, was unveiled yesterday (15 June).

  

  Published 16th June 2021.

• £7.2m council investment into Cleaner Greener Streets is announced

  A fleet of Mobile Household Recycling Centres (MHRCs) is set to roll out on the streets of Birmingham as part of the council’s effort to achieve cleaner streets.

  

  Published 15th June 2021.

• Birmingham councillors to walk the walk during Refugee Week

  Birmingham’s refugee community and their contributions to city life are to be celebrated with a festival taking place during Refugee Week, which begins today (14 June 2021).

  Published 14th June 2021.

• Covid-19: Birmingham listed as enhanced response area

  With Covid cases rising in Birmingham, the government has today announced enhanced support for the city, focussed on increasing vaccination take-up, testing and support for those self-isolating.

  Published 14th June 2021.

• Payments for the Clean Air Zone go live

  Charging for Birmingham's Clean Air Zone starts from today (Monday, 14 June).

  

  Published 14th June 2021.

• Van booking system goes digital

  Birmingham residents will now be able to access the city’s network of Household Recycling Centres (HRCs) with large trailers and vans by booking visits online.

  

  Published 10th June 2021.

• Birmingham commits to Councils For Fair Tax declaration

  Birmingham City Council joins a growing movement of cities, towns and districts standing up for responsible tax conduct.

  

  Published 7th June 2021.

• Birmingham’s journey to cleaner air takes its next step forward

  Today (1 June 2021) marked the launch of Birmingham’s Clean Air Zone with a colourful exhibition at Library of Birmingham.

  

  Published 1st June 2021.

• Field star set to track stadium progress in reporter role

  Team GB and Team England triple jumper Nathan Douglas is to chart progress made during the final 12 months of the Alexander Stadium’s redevelopment in a series of vlogs for Birmingham City Council.

  

  Published 28th May 2021.

• New Lord Mayor takes up office in first Mayor Making since 2019

  Birmingham’s new Lord Mayor, Cllr Muhammad Afzal, has taken up office after the Mayor Making ceremony at the Council House yesterday (25 May 2021).

  

  Published 26th May 2021.

• Warehouse fined £40,000 for failing to manage work at height

  A Birmingham plastics wholesaler was fined £40,000 for breaching health and safety regulations at its warehouse, having pleaded guilty at Birmingham Magistrates Court today (19 May 2021).

  Published 19th May 2021.

• Plans to bid for World Athletics Road Running Championships approved by Cabinet

  The city council's Cabinet today (May 18) approved a proposal to help cement Birmingham’s reputation as a host of major international sporting events.

  Published 18th May 2021.

• More than £15 million funding boost for Digbeth High Street

  The revival of Birmingham’s ‘creative quarter’ takes another step today.

  

  Published 18th May 2021.

• Telling the story of Clean Air through Birmingham voices

  Birmingham City Council launches a thought provoking film today (Thursday 13 May) on the city’s journey to clean air.

  

  Published 13th May 2021.

• Free parking concession for critical care workers to close in June

  A scheme that was introduced at the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic to provide NHS staff, health and social care workers and NHS volunteer responders with free parking, will close on 21 June 2021.

  Published 13th May 2021.

• Modern technology helps improve cattle management at Sutton Park

  Collars are to be fitted to 78 head of cattle for their annual period of grazing at Sutton Park in a new virtual fencing solution that helps better manage the land and the animals living on it.

  

  Published 12th May 2021.

• Council House refurbishment set to offer opportunities to residents

  A project to make Birmingham’s Council House fit for the 21st century will create a range of jobs and opportunities for local people, including long-term unemployed and apprentices.

  

  Published 12th May 2021.

• New plans for Paradise prioritise public transport and active travel

  The newly-unveiled Paradise Public Transport Improvement Scheme looks to respond to the city’s air pollution challenges by prioritising the road for buses, trams, taxis (hackney carriage) and bicycles

  Published 11th May 2021.

• Supermarket owner ordered to pay almost £1,400 for waste offences

  A shopkeeper from Handsworth pleaded guilty of dumping waste from their Nechells-based store in a road half a mile from their own home – and has been made to pay almost £1,400 for their offences.

  

  Published 10th May 2021.

• Council to bid for World Athletics Road Running Championships

  A proposal to help cement Birmingham’s reputation as a host of major international sporting events is set to be considered by the city council’s Cabinet on May 18.

  

  Published 10th May 2021.

• More good causes benefit from Stadium contractor community scheme

  The winners for the second round of the You Matter Communities Community Fund have been announced.

  

  Published 10th May 2021.

• Statement regarding High Court’s ruling on street trading policy

  The statement below is the council’s response to a High Court ruling on a judicial review of its street trading policy, which was handed down earlier today (7 May 2021):

  Published 7th May 2021.

• City Council by-election results – 6 May 2021

  Here are the results of four Birmingham City Council by-elections, held on Thursday 6 May 2021.

  

  Published 7th May 2021.

• Appointments made as council reshapes to invest in city’s future

  Plans to reshape Birmingham City Council to better meet the city’s priorities have taken a significant step forward today (April 30).

  

  Published 30th April 2021.

• “A lot” of problems for fly-tipper after council secures court prosecution

  A fly-tipper who dumped waste at the entrance to the Walsall Road Allotments in Perry Barr has been ordered to pay £1,691 by Birmingham Magistrates’ Court today (April 29).

  

  Published 29th April 2021.

• Kier Highways awarded extension on Birmingham ISC

  Kier Highways has been awarded a six-month extension from Birmingham Highways Ltd (BHL) on its Birmingham Interim Services Contract (ISC). The extension will run until 30 December 2021.

  Published 27th April 2021.

• Tesco fined £7.5m for selling out of date food at three city stores

  Tesco Stores Limited has been fined £7.5 million at Birmingham Magistrates Court today (19/4), after pleading guilty to selling food which was past its ‘use by’ date in three of its Birmingham stores.

  

  Published 19th April 2021.

• Tributes paid after death of the Duke of Edinburgh

  The people of Birmingham are deeply saddened at the death of the Duke of Edinburgh this morning.

  

  Published 9th April 2021.

• Clean Air Zone support grants for taxis surpass £1million mark

  The Council is pleased to report that it's paid out more than £1million in Clean Air Zone support grants for Birmingham-licensed taxi drivers.

  

  Published 8th April 2021.

• Bimingham City Council publishes Active Travel review

  A comprehensive review was launched in November 2020 to assess the impact and effectiveness of the emergency transport measures introduced as Birmingham emerged from the national lockdown.

  

  Published 7th April 2021.

• Supportive measures announced to help Birmingham reopen safely

  Following confirmation that non-essential retail and outdoor hospitality will be allowed to open on Monday 12 April, Birmingham City Council has revealed new temporary measures to support businesses.

  Published 7th April 2021.

• Key actions to improve air quality in Birmingham

  With less than two months to go until the launch of Birmingham’s Clean Air Zone, the City Council has published its Air Quality Action Plan 2021.

  Published 7th April 2021.

• Appointment of interim chief executive

  Deborah Cadman, the current chief executive of the West Midlands Combined Authority, has been appointed interim chief executive of Birmingham City Council. 

  Published 31st March 2021.

• Motorpoint confirmed as City Council’s partner to deliver Birmingham Clean Air Zone’s Scrappage and Travel Scheme

  The Council has partnered with Motorpoint to offer people working in the Clean Air Zone the chance to scrap their old car and receive £2,000 credit towards a compliant vehicle, or a mobility credit.

  

  Published 25th March 2021.

• How to get help for children with special educational needs

  Birmingham City Council has launched its Local Offer website.

  Published 23rd March 2021.

• Supporting businesses to re-open safely

  Birmingham City Council has started an engagement programme with the city’s Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) to help retail and hospitality reopen safely.

  

  Published 19th March 2021.

• Steelworks at Alexander Stadium redevelopment reach exciting milestone

  Progress on the redevelopment of the Alexander Stadium is on the brink of another significant milestone – the completion of the steelworks.

  

  Published 19th March 2021.

• Birmingham landmarks go purple in celebration of Census 2021

  Old Joe clock tower, Aston Villa and the Library of Birmingham will join more than a hundred buildings and landmarks across England and Wales by lighting up purple to celebrate the upcoming census.

  

  Published 19th March 2021.

• Design concept images of COVID-19 memorial gardens released

  Pictures showing the concept of what a series of COVID-19 memorial community gardens across Birmingham could look like have been released by the city council.

  

  Published 19th March 2021.

• Leader welcomes BBC announcement

  Cllr Ian Ward, Leader of Birmingham City Council, has welcomed an announcement by the BBC today which will see more programming created in the region.

  

  Published 18th March 2021.

• Charter for faith settings launched to help keep worshippers safe

  Places of worship across Birmingham are being urged to sign up to a Charter for Faith Settings – a commitment to operate within Covid-19 controls – which was launched today (18 March 2021).

  Published 18th March 2021.

• Redevelopment of Birmingham’s Southside to start next month

  The estimated £9.5 million scheme will deliver improved walking and cycling routes to New Street Station and a new public square adjacent to Birmingham Hippodrome.

  

  Published 17th March 2021.

• Civic University Agreements strengthen role in local community

  Birmingham City Council has worked in partnership with the city’s universities to develop a joint approach to enhancing their role in the local community.

  Published 16th March 2021.

• Statutory Plant Health Notice – Lickey Hills

  In order to stop the spread of a controlled plant pest known as Phytophthora ramorum, the Forestry Commission has issued a Statutory Plant Health Notice for parts of Lickey Hills Country Park.

  

  Published 12th March 2021.

• Birmingham residents urged to have their say on Our Future City Plan consultation

  People, businesses and groups across Birmingham are being urged to have their say on a bold vision for the city as Our Future City Plan: Central Birmingham 2040 consultation enters its final fortnight

  Published 12th March 2021.

• Plans to extend Covid marshals scheme to help keep city safe

  Plans to boost the number of Covid marshals patrolling Birmingham’s streets and parks to keep businesses and people safe as the city prepares to reopen have been revealed.

  Published 11th March 2021.

• Owners of unoccupied homes in Birmingham will pay the premium price in council tax billing

  Homes in Birmingham which have been empty for more than two years will be subject to premium council tax bills to encourage owners to bring them back into use.

  Published 11th March 2021.

• Council finalises details of £6million Commonwealth Games Community Fund

  Plans to utilise the final third of Birmingham City Council’s £6million Commonwealth Games Community Fund are due before the council’s Cabinet on March 16.

  

  Published 8th March 2021.

• City’s first female leader to be honoured with new artwork

  A portrait of Birmingham’s first and only female leader is to be commissioned to celebrate her outstanding contribution to civic life, it was announced today (8 March 2021).

  

  Published 8th March 2021.

• New community project aims to help city women find their voice

  A community project aimed at empowering Birmingham women, helping them find their voice and play an active role in their communities, is being launched on International Women’s Day (8 March 2021).

  Published 8th March 2021.

• Meal vouchers for 72,000 children over Easter break

  Birmingham City Council will be providing food vouchers for 72,000 children over the two-week Easter holiday.

  Published 5th March 2021.

• Back to school - message to parents and carers

  Leader of the city council Cllr Ian Ward, and Cllrs Jayne Francis and Kate Booth, have written to parents and carers ahead of the wider return to school.

  Published 5th March 2021.

• Birmingham earns Tree City of the World status for second year

  The Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) along with the Arbor Day Foundation has named Birmingham as a Tree City of the World for the second year running.

  Published 2nd March 2021.

• Secondary school transfer - offers at 1 March 2021

  Pupils will today find out which secondary school they will attend in September.

  Published 1st March 2021.

• Birmingham 2022 - Celebrating Communities

  Bid now for a slice of a £2million council fund created to help people celebrate Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.

  

  Published 1st March 2021.

• Rough sleeping down by 67% in Birmingham

  Rough sleeping across Birmingham has reduced by two thirds thanks to the city’s response to the government's call for ‘Everyone In’ which began at the start of the pandemic last March.

  Published 25th February 2021.

• Fly-tipper jailed for 13 months

  A fly-tipper whose activity blighted a Ward End street has today been successfully prosecuted by Birmingham City Council for his anti-social actions and for consumer protection legislation breaches.

  Published 23rd February 2021.

• Birmingham City Council launches Pregnancy and Maternity survey as part of African and Caribbean Health Inequality Review

  Birmingham City Council is launching a survey to understand inequalities in experiences of pregnancy and early parenthood among African and Caribbean women.

  Published 16th February 2021.

• More than £4m of further walking and cycling improvements to be delivered across Birmingham

  Birmingham City Council has been awarded circa £4.5m as part of the second tranche of funding from the Department for Transport’s Active Travel Fund.

  

  Published 16th February 2021.

• COVID support grants launched for Birmingham taxi drivers

  Birmingham City Council is joining several cities across the country by introducing much needed financial grants to eligible taxi drivers of private hire and hackney carriage vehicles.

  

  Published 15th February 2021.

• Round two of business support grants launches following first round success

  Birmingham City Council has launched the second round of business support grant payments following a round of successful grant pay-outs to struggling businesses.

  

  Published 15th February 2021.

• Working together to deliver a successful Census 2021 in Birmingham

  The Office for National Statistics – which runs Census 2021 – is working with Birmingham City Council to deliver a successful census and help local services to fully meet future needs.

  

  Published 15th February 2021.

• Empty Homes Week

  ‘Not pretty vacant’ - Birmingham City Council highlights the blight of empty homes using a play on popular song titles in advance of #EmptyHomesWeek

  

  Published 12th February 2021.

• Statement regarding role of chief executive

  Interim chief executive Chris Naylor will be leaving the City Council on 6th March following the conclusion of his secondment and will be returning to his employer Barking and Dagenham.

  Published 11th February 2021.

• City council to provide meal vouchers for half-term

  Birmingham City Council will be ensuring families eligible for free school meals will get the help they need over the upcoming February half-term break.

  Published 9th February 2021.

• £5,000 grant for Birmingham’s hackney carriage drivers to prepare for the Clean Air Zone

  Birmingham City Council has announced a new £5,000 grant for Birmingham-licensed hackney carriage drivers.

  Published 9th February 2021.

• Waste collection update - 9 February 2021

  Despite snowfall and icy conditions, our crews are out for bin collections scheduled for today and doing their best to complete their rounds.

  

  Published 9th February 2021.

• Birmingham City Council launches a series of Clean Air Zone webinars

  Birmingham City Council has launched a series of webinars to help residents, city centre workers and businesses prepares for the Clean Air Zone, which launches on 1 June 2021.

  

  Published 5th February 2021.

• Extra testing in Frankley Great Park and parts of south Northfield due to COVID-19 variant

  Testing is to be increased in order to monitor and suppress the South African variant.

  Published 3rd February 2021.

• Cleaner streets boost for Birmingham thanks to new mechanical sweepers

  Ongoing efforts to improve Birmingham’s neighbourhoods have been bolstered by a deal that has seen the city council start to take delivery of 31 new street sweeping vehicles.

  

  Published 3rd February 2021.

• Strategy to improve lives of East Birmingham residents set for approval

  Birmingham City Council’s ambitious new strategy for East Birmingham, seeking to dramatically improve lives of around 250,000 of its residents, is set to be adopted by Cabinet next week (9 February).

  Published 2nd February 2021.

• Arena Birmingham set for new indoor track in £1.2m council investment

  Plans to invest in a much-needed replacement indoor athletics track at Arena Birmingham are due before the city council’s Cabinet on February 9.

  

  Published 1st February 2021.

• Birmingham warehouse fined £60,000 for unsafe working practices

  A food warehouse has been fined £60,000 after pleading guilty to four offences under health and safety legislation at Birmingham Magistrates Court earlier today (1 February 2021).

  Published 1st February 2021.

• Our Future City Plan public consultation launched today

  Businesses and communities across Birmingham are being called upon to help shape a bold new future for their city which has been launched today (26 January 2021).

  

  Published 26th January 2021.

• Waste collection update - 26 January 2021

  Continued low temperatures across Birmingham mean much of the weekend’s snow and ice has yet to clear – and bin collections scheduled tomorrow (Tuesday, January 26) could be severely affected.

  

  Published 25th January 2021.

• Alexander Stadium contractor announces second round of You Matter Communities scheme

  McLaughlin & Harvey, lead contractor at the Alexander Stadium Redevelopment, has announced a second round of the You Matter Communities scheme – with a focus on tacking the local impact of COVID-19.

  

  Published 25th January 2021.

• Waste collection cancellation - 25 January 2021

  Snowfall over the weekend and forecasts for further adverse weather means that all bin collections scheduled in Birmingham tomorrow (January 25) have been cancelled.

  

  Published 24th January 2021.

• Holocaust Memorial Day 2021 - be the light in the darkness

  Birmingham’s annual commemoration of Holocaust Memorial Day will be hosted online for the first time, due to the ongoing pandemic, next week.

  Published 20th January 2021.

• We must stay vigilant despite vaccine roll-out

  West Midlands council leaders today warned people not to drop their guard as the Covid-19 vaccine programme continues across the region.

  Published 20th January 2021.

• Public consultation on regeneration plans for central Birmingham to be launched

  Businesses and communities across Birmingham are being called upon to help shape a bold new future for their city.

  Published 15th January 2021.

• The cost of funerals could be changing – have your say!

  Birmingham City Council is proposing changes to prices for services relating to funerals at its cemetery and crematoria.

  Published 15th January 2021.

• City centre improvements and fountain repairs set to be approved by Cabinet

  A multi-million pound regeneration of Birmingham’s city centre – which includes bringing the ‘Floozie in the Jacuzzi’ back to life as a fountain – is set to be approved by Cabinet next week.

  Published 11th January 2021.

• Supermarkets urged to step up safety measures

  West Midlands council leaders are calling on supermarkets and businesses that remain open during this national lockdown to step-up their Covid-19 safety measures to help combat the surge of infections

  Published 6th January 2021.

• Director of Education and Skills leaves Birmingham City Council

  Dr Tim O'Neill is to leave the city council to take up a new role.

  Published 5th January 2021.

• New rules for weddings and wakes come into effect today

  Following Birmingham’s move into Tier 4 and latest Government advice that weddings can go ahead, permitted attendance has been reduced from 15 to 6 (not including staff) effective from today (31 Dec)

  Published 31st December 2020.

• CBE for Director of Adult Social Care

  Birmingham City Council's Director of Adult Social Care has been named in the New Year's Honours.

  Published 31st December 2020.

• Birmingham moves to Covid Tier 4: Stay at Home

  It has been announced that Birmingham will move into Covid Tier 4. Restrictions will come into effect from midnight tonight Wednesday 30 (one minute past midnight Thursday morning, 31 December).

  Published 30th December 2020.

• Christmas tree recycling - January 2021

  With this year’s Christmas and new year celebrations drawing to an end soon, Birmingham City Council has confirmed its tree recycling service – free of charge for citizens.

  

  Published 30th December 2020.

• Changes to Cemetery opening hours in preparation for Christmas

  Birmingham City Council has announced the opening hours for its cemeteries and crematoria over Christmas and New Year.

  Published 21st December 2020.

• Booking system upgrades make it easier to visit the city’s Household Recycling Centres

  Further improvements are being made to the online booking system used to access the city’s five Household Recycling Centres (HRCs).

  

  Published 21st December 2020.

• Birmingham’s e-cargo bike pilot launches in time to make Christmas deliveries green

  Birmingham City Council received its first batch of e-cargo bikes today - just in time for Christmas.

  

  Published 18th December 2020.

• Perry Barr street to be named after Birmingham’s first black councillor

  A new road within the Perry Barr Residential Scheme is to be named Bert Carless Way, it was revealed today (Friday 18 December).

  

  Published 18th December 2020.

• Lateral flow (no symptoms) testing open for Birmingham residents

  Birmingham residents can now get tested for Covid even if they don’t have symptoms, with the opening of a walk-in facility in the city centre – and no appointments are needed

  Published 18th December 2020.

• Birmingham reaches new deal to improve standards for homeless families

  Birmingham City Council has today announced the start of a new partnership with Switch Hospitality Management (SWHM).

  Published 18th December 2020.

• City centre car park to close in January

  Motorists who use one of the council’s city centre car parks are being warned that it will close next month.

  Published 17th December 2020.

• Joint statement from the seven West Midlands metropolitan authorities

  As we approach the festive season, we have a very simple message for everyone in the West Midlands: The single biggest thing we can all do for our families and friends this Christmas is keep them safe

  Published 16th December 2020.

• New Alexander Stadium takes shape as impressive redevelopment progresses at pace

  An inspection of the progress on the redevelopment of the Alexander Stadium ahead of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games was carried out by athletes and project partners today (December 16).

  

  Published 16th December 2020.

• Cabinet approval for Birmingham Smithfield contract

  Birmingham City Council has agreed to enter into a joint venture agreement with Lendlease Europe for the £1.9bn Birmingham Smithfield development, following Cabinet’s approval earlier today (15 Dec).

  Published 15th December 2020.

• Brummies tune in to watch local chefs raise awareness for homelessness scheme

  A virtual Cook-A-Long show hosted by Michelin-starred TV chef, Glynn Purnell, saw people tune in to raise awareness of West Midlands homelessness scheme, Change into Action.

  

  Published 10th December 2020.

• Six new Perry Barr street names to reflect community and Commonwealth Sport values

  Six new roads forming part of the Perry Barr Residential Scheme have been officially named.

  

  Published 8th December 2020.

• Celebrating Communities: £2million council fund set to be created to help people celebrate Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games

  A £2million fund to help residents in all 69 of the city’s wards feel involved with the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games is set for approval next week.

  

  Published 7th December 2020.

• Waste services boosted by arrival of new cleaner, greener, vehicles

  The first of 76 new waste and recycling vehicles have started to roll out on the streets of Birmingham as part of the drive for improved bin collection reliability in the city.

  

  Published 3rd December 2020.

• Brummie chefs come together for Big Birmingham Cook-A-Long in aid of homelessness scheme

  Michelin-starred TV chef, Glynn Purnell, is teaming up with Birmingham City Council to host a virtual Cook-A-Long.

  

  Published 2nd December 2020.

• Christmas waste collection plans - December 2020 and January 2021

  Christmas waste collections for households in December 2020 and January 2021 have been confirmed by Birmingham City Council.

  

  Published 1st December 2020.

• Birmingham City Council response to recent claims related to the A34 Perry Barr highway improvement scheme

  The decision to deliver the A34 Perry Barr highway improvement scheme was taken back in December last year, and attempts to challenge that decision in the courts proved unsuccessful.

  Published 1st December 2020.

• E-scooter trial zone set to expand in Birmingham

  Following a successful launch period, the operating area of Birmingham’s e-scooter trial will be expanded to the north and southwest of the city from Friday 4 December 2020.

  

  Published 1st December 2020.

• A34 Perry Barr highways improvement scheme – Phase 2 update

  Birmingham City Council has announced further details on the A34 Perry Barr highways improvement scheme, including key dates for anyone who uses key transport routes in the area.

  

  Published 30th November 2020.

• Response to Tier 3 COVID-19 restrictions announcement

  The following is a statement on the news that Birmingham will be in Tier 3 (Very High) of the new COVD-19 restrictions after the end of the latest lockdown on December 2.

  

  Published 26th November 2020.

• Inquiry into city council's home to school transport service

  Yesterday, the city council held a public meeting to allow parents and carers to hear the findings of an independent inquiry of the Travel Assist service.

  Published 25th November 2020.

• Applications launch for Local Restrictions Support Grant

  Applications are now live for the next round of support grants for businesses in the city.

  

  Published 25th November 2020.

• Building a cleaner, greener, fairer Birmingham

  A new guide for building a cleaner, greener and fairer Birmingham opens today to public consultation for ten weeks.

  Published 24th November 2020.

• City centre pavement widening to support the recovery of retail and hospitality

  Birmingham City Council is installing temporary pavement widening measures in the Colmore and Retail Business Improvement Districts (BIDs), to help retail and hospitality businesses get back on their feet.

  

  Published 19th November 2020.

• First building 'tops out' at Perry Barr

  Perry Barr Residential Scheme has reached a significant milestone for the project.

  

  Published 18th November 2020.

• ICC’s owners fined £400,000 after contractor hit by falling weight

  National Exhibition Centre Limited was fined after pleading guilty to breaching health and safety legislation.

  Published 16th November 2020.

• Public meeting to help shape future of Travel Assist service

  The City Council will be holding a public meeting on the 24th November to hear the view of families, carers and schools to shape the future of the Travel Assist service.

  Published 12th November 2020.

• How to watch Birmingham’s Service of Remembrance

  Birmingham’s annual Remembrance Sunday service will be live-streamed from St Philip’s Cathedral on Sunday (8 November 2020).

  Published 5th November 2020.

• Update on waste services after second lockdown announcement

  The city’s network of five Household Recycling Centres (HRCs) remain open despite the second national lockdown starting today (November 5) – but residents are being asked to minimise their visits.

  

  Published 5th November 2020.

• Review of £1.6 million emergency transport measures to launch this month

  On Monday 16 November, Birmingham City Council will launch an official review of the various emergency transport measures that were brought in as the city emerged from the first national lockdown.

  

  Published 3rd November 2020.

• Council submits further request for support from Government

  The City Council has further written to Government requesting support for Businesses

  

  Published 2nd November 2020.

• COVID-19 funding package to boost pandemic enforcement response

  Details of how Birmingham City Council will use almost £900,000 to support the enforcement and compliance of COVID-19 regulations to keep people safe from the pandemic's risks have been announced.

  

  Published 2nd November 2020.

• Birmingham City Council becomes an early adopter of RACE code to tackle boardroom race equality

  Following the launch of the RACE Equality Code 2020, Birmingham City Council has announced that it will become an early adopter of the framework.

  Published 30th October 2020.

• Licences revoked for breaching Covid rules

  Following a full review of two premises licences, a nightclub and a restaurant, both in Birmingham, have had their licences revoked following a number of Covid-19 legislation breaches.

  Published 28th October 2020.

• Household Recycling Centres set to switch to winter opening hours from 1 November

  Birmingham residents are being reminded that opening hours at the city’s recycling centres are about to change for the winter.

  

  Published 26th October 2020.

• A Games for everyone!

  Birmingham 2022 is a Games for everyone

  

  Published 26th October 2020.

• Burial space close to capacity at Handsworth Cemetery

  Birmingham City Council has announced that burial space at Handsworth Cemetery in the Muslim section is almost full and with no additional available land at the site.

  Published 23rd October 2020.

• Selly Oak roadworks expected to complete before Christmas

  The work is part of the Selly Oak New Road (SONR) Phase 1B scheme, consisting of highway improvements to the Selly Oak Triangle, made up of Bristol Road, Harborne Lane and Chapel Lane.

  

  Published 22nd October 2020.

• Statement on the observance of Remembrance Sunday

  The following is a statement on the observance of Remembrance Sunday across Birmingham this year, and what that means for local events.

  Published 22nd October 2020.

• Changes to opening times for Birmingham cemeteries and crematoria

  From Sunday 25 October, opening times for Birmingham’s cemeteries and crematoria will change.

  Published 21st October 2020.

• Supported accommodation housing pilot to be launched in Birmingham

  Today (Wednesday 21 October), Birmingham launches its supported housing pilot after receiving more than £1m (£1,048,244) of new funding from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.

  Published 20th October 2020.

• Green Flag Awards 2020 recognise a range of Birmingham’s parks and open spaces

  A total of 15 parks and open spaces maintained by Birmingham City Council have been named as Green Flag Award winners for 2020.

  

  Published 14th October 2020.

• Joint statement on COVID restrictions

  A statement from the Council and Chamber of Commerce on the impact of new restrictions on businesses in the city.

  

  Published 13th October 2020.

• New coronavirus restrictions for Birmingham

  New coronavirus restrictions have been announced for Birmingham residents as a result of the government’s new three-tier system. They will come into effect on Wednesday 14 October

  Published 12th October 2020.

• Test and Trace support payments now live in Birmingham

  A payment support scheme is now live to help residents who cannot work from home but need to self-isolate.

  

  Published 12th October 2020.

• Government-mandated Clean Air Zone to launch on 1 June 2021

  Birmingham's Clean Air Zone has been given an approved launch date by Government. The zone will launch in June 2021.

  

  Published 8th October 2020.

• Announcement regarding Remembrance Sunday in Birmingham

  Birmingham’s annual Remembrance Sunday service will look very different this year, due to the ongoing impact of the pandemic.

  Published 7th October 2020.

• Have your say on council’s proposals for tackling inequalities

  Birmingham’s residents, businesses and organisations are all being urged to share their views on the council’s proposals to address and tackle inequalities that affect communities across the city.

  Published 6th October 2020.

• Council announces £2m boost for city’s grassroots cultural activity for Commonwealth Games

  Proposals for a £2million programme to engage 200,000 community participants in Birmingham 2022 culture-related activities is set for approval by the city council’s Cabinet on (October 13).

  Published 6th October 2020.

• Reviving Birmingham’s economy

  Businesses and residents across the city are being invited to give their views on a consultation focusing on the recovery of Birmingham’s economy.

  

  Published 5th October 2020.

• Birmingham launches private-rented sector housing scheme for homeless families

  With the evictions ban now lifted, Birmingham City Council has launched a scheme that is set to help hundreds of people find affordable housing and support landlords in the private rented sector.

  Published 5th October 2020.

• Hydrogen buses coming to Birmingham next Spring

  Birmingham City Council has purchased 20 new hydrogen double decker buses as part of their Clean Air Hydrogen Bus Pilot.

  

  Published 5th October 2020.

• Hockley venue’s licence suspended for breaching Covid rules

  A Birmingham bar and restaurant has had its licence suspended following a number of Covid-19 legislation breaches at the venue.

  Published 2nd October 2020.

• City nightclub licence suspended for breaching Covid rules

  A Birmingham nightclub has had its licence suspended following a number of Covid-19 legislation breaches at the venue.

  Published 2nd October 2020.

• Council launches phase two of safer school streets scheme

  In an effort to make the streets surrounding local schools safer for children and parents to walk and cycle, Birmingham City Council has launched phase two of its Car Free School Streets initiative.

  

  Published 30th September 2020.

• RAF support for city council's drop and collect testing service

  The Ministry of Defence is supporting a request from Birmingham City Council to provide personnel to support the ‘Drop and Collect’ Covid test distribution

  

  Published 30th September 2020.

• Cyclists test new pop-up cycle lanes in Birmingham

  Birmingham City Council has invited local cyclists to try out some of the new ‘pop-up cycle lanes’, delivered as part of the first tranche of the Government’s Emergency Active Travel Fund allocation.

  

  Published 29th September 2020.

• Birmingham’s Black History Month launches this week

  Birmingham’s celebration of Black History Month will be launched with a special virtual event on Saturday (26 September).

  Published 23rd September 2020.

• Birmingham set to receive almost £600k in support for rough sleepers

  Following Birmingham’s success over the last year in supporting those rough sleeping across the city, the local authority has been granted an additional £595, 600 to continue its successful approach.

  Published 18th September 2020.

• Citizens asked to help name six new streets in Perry Barr

  As construction work continues on the Perry Barr Residential Scheme, Birmingham City Council are asking the people of the city to help name six new roads in Perry Barr.

  

  Published 18th September 2020.

• Birmingham bar’s licence revoked for flouting Covid-19 rules

  A Jewellery Quarter bar had its licence revoked by the city council’s Licensing Sub-Committee after it was found to be breaching Covid-19 guidelines.

  Published 16th September 2020.

• Joint statement - Hospitality sector

  A joint statement from the leaders of Birmingham, Sandwell and Solihull councils about how hospitality businesses (and their customers) can keep the three areas safe during the COVID-19 pandemic...

  

  Published 14th September 2020.

• Alexander Stadium contractor awards £15,000 to city good causes

  The winners for the first round of the You Matter Communities Community Fund have been announced.

  

  Published 14th September 2020.

• New restrictions announced to drive down infection rate

  New restrictions on meeting other people have been announced in order to push down the coronavirus rate of infection in Birmingham.

  Published 11th September 2020.

• Announcement regarding Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market

  Organisers of Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market have confirmed that the popular festive event will not take place this year, as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.

  

  Published 8th September 2020.

• Call for COVID vigilance after rise in West Midlands cases among young people

  Young people across the West Midlands are being urged to stay vigilant in the COVID-19 pandemic, despite a slight drop in the number of new cases across the region.

  Published 3rd September 2020.

• Extra vigilance needed over bank holiday as children due to return to school

  Council leaders today urged people to be extra vigilant as we head towards a bank holiday with school re-opening imminent.

  Published 27th August 2020.

• Businesses flouting Covid-19 rules could be closed to protect Birmingham from a local lockdown

  Efforts to prevent a local lockdown in Birmingham are ramping up; with the introduction of new powers to close businesses in breach of Government guidance and the launch of a whistle-blowing hotline.

  

  Published 27th August 2020.

• Illegal placarding crack down sees 35 firms pursued by council

  A recent crackdown on illegal placards has seen Birmingham City Council send warning letters to 35 businesses advertising without permission on the city’s street furniture such as lampposts.

  Published 26th August 2020.

• New measures to keep rate of Covid infections reducing

  Council Leader urges Birmingham residents to help get children back to school, while new measures to tackle business non-compliance are announced.

  Published 25th August 2020.

• Statement on the Government’s extension to the ban on evictions

  With cases of Coronavirus back on the rise, Birmingham City Council wholeheartedly welcomes the decision by Government announced today to extend its national ban on evictions for renters.

  Published 21st August 2020.

• Response to Coronavirus "watch list" announcement

  The following is a statement from Cllr Ian Ward, Leader of Birmingham City Council, after it was announced the city was now on the national COVID-19 "watch list".

  

  Published 21st August 2020.

• Leader visits Perry Barr Residential Scheme for progress update

  Cllr Ian Ward, Leader of Birmingham City Council, paid tribute to the efforts of everyone involved in the delivery of the Perry Barr Residential Scheme during a site visit on Tuesday (August 18).

  

  Published 20th August 2020.

• Living with Covid-19 – the steps we need to take to keep safe

  With coronavirus infection rates on the increase, the leaders of the seven metropolitan councils across the West Midlands have joined forces to issue a rallying call to the people of the region.

  

  Published 20th August 2020.

• Leader statement on current COVID-19 situation - 19 August 2020

  Cllr Ian Ward, Leader of Birmingham City Council, has urged everyone to pull together to ensure the city tackles the threat posed by rising coronavirus case numbers.

  

  Published 19th August 2020.

• Non-essential care home visits restricted

  Birmingham City Council has decided to temporarily stop all non-essential visits to care homes within the city.

  Published 18th August 2020.

• Alexander Stadium contractor extends helping hand to allotments

  With National Allotment Week well underway (August 10-16), it has been announced that the Walsall Road Allotments in Perry Barr will be receiving a much-needed upgrade.

  

  Published 14th August 2020.

• Update on alternative track and field facility for Birchfield Harriers

  As the redevelopment of the Alexander Stadium continues, the council and Birchfield Harriers can confirm alternative provision of a track and field facility has been secured for club members.

  

  Published 14th August 2020.

• Road closure paves the way for alfresco dining experience

  A key road in Birmingham will be closed on weekends from Saturday 15 August to create an alfresco eating and drinking area designed to help businesses recover from COVID-19.

  

  Published 14th August 2020.

• Birmingham 2022 will use multi-site Athlete Villages

  The organisers of Birmingham 2022 have announced athletes and officials will be housed in three ‘campus’ villages at The University of Birmingham, The University of Warwick and The NEC Hotel Campus.

  

  Published 12th August 2020.

• Time is running out for Birmingham business to receive cash grants

  Birmingham Businesses may be able to apply for a cash grant of up to £25,000, but the clock is ticking to submit applications.

  

  Published 11th August 2020.

• Birmingham says ‘thank you’ to volunteers

  Special ‘thank yous’ will be issued from this week to Birmingham’s volunteers and voluntary organisations who have been helping communities during the coronavirus pandemic.

  Published 11th August 2020.

• Southside BID and Birmingham City Council work together to support Covid-19 recovery

  Proposals to close a key road in Birmingham to create a temporary alfresco dining and drinking area have moved forward following a positive meeting between Southside BID and Birmingham City Council.

  Published 10th August 2020.

• Rapid charging network for electric vehicles to be rolled out in Birmingham

  As part of its commitment to cut carbon emissions, Birmingham City Council will start the roll-out of 100% renewable energy electric vehicle charge points across the city from Autumn 2020.

  

  Published 10th August 2020.

• Consultation to renew dog control PSPOs

  Birmingham residents are invited to have their say on proposals to renew the Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) in place to tackle dog control issues in a consultation launched this week.

  Published 5th August 2020.

• Discretionary Business Grant applications go live

  Applications for the final wave of Discretionary Business Grants have opened today.

  

  Published 3rd August 2020.

• Birmingham libraries to start re-opening

  Libraries across Birmingham will start to re-open this month for an order and collect service.

  

  Published 3rd August 2020.

• Alexander Stadium contractor shows support for local communities

  Alexander Stadium contractor McLaughlin & Harvey launches You Matter Communities to provide resources for the local area.

  

  Published 3rd August 2020.

• Time is running out for Birmingham businesses to claim grant funding

  Birmingham City Council officers are knocking the doors of 2,000 eligible businesses to prevent them from missing out on grants of up to £25,000 before the fund closes in August.

  

  Published 31st July 2020.

• Birmingham looks ahead to Black History Month

  A call is going out for submissions to be included in Birmingham’s celebration of Black History Month, which will be officially launched in September.

  Published 31st July 2020.

• Birmingham’s hospitality sector can now apply for a fast-tracked Temporary Pavement Licence

  Hospitality businesses looking to maximise outdoor space for customers will soon be able to apply for a discounted Temporary Pavement Licence through a new fast track application system.

  

  Published 30th July 2020.

• Trade vans to be allowed back into Tyseley Household Recycling Centre

  From Monday (August 3), trade vans will be allowed back into the Tyseley Household Recycling Centre (HRC) via Energy Way with the Van Booking Centre re-opening for business.

  

  Published 29th July 2020.

• Last chance for Birmingham businesses to apply for Discretionary Business Grant support

  Small businesses suffering exceptional hardship due to Covid-19 have one final chance to apply for a cash grant when the second round of Discretionary Grant Payments opens next week.

  

  Published 28th July 2020.

• Consultation approved for Birmingham’s Air Quality Action Plan

  An action plan to improve air quality across Birmingham city centre and its surrounding suburbs has been approved to go out to public consultation.

  

  Published 28th July 2020.

• Businesses reminded to protect staff and customers as face coverings are introduced

  Businesses are being reminded they have a duty to protect staff and customers when face coverings become mandatory in shops, supermarkets and takeaway outlets from today (Friday 24 July 2020).

  

  Published 24th July 2020.

• COVID-19 - Wearing of face-coverings in public

  A message from the seven West Midlands metropolitan council leaders.

  Published 24th July 2020.

• Garden waste subscription update – 22 July 2020

  Due to the popularity of the Garden Waste service, recently re-opened following the easing of coronavirus restrictions, a decision has been taken to only allow re-subscriptions with immediate effect.

  Published 22nd July 2020.

• Appeal for Birmingham food distribution donations

  #BrumTogether, a network of over 80 community organisations and voluntary groups across Birmingham, has launched an urgent appeal to support those hit hardest by Covid-19 and lockdown.

  Published 21st July 2020.

• Birmingham commits to supporting buses post-lockdown

  Birmingham City Council has published its Birmingham Bus Statement; outlining how it will support buses as the UK recovers from Covid-19 and its subsequent lockdown.

  

  Published 21st July 2020.

• A big thank you to all staff at Birmingham schools

  Cllrs Ian Ward, Jayne Francis and Kate Booth have written to Birmingham school staff to thank them for their tremendous work during the Covid-19 pandemic

  Published 17th July 2020.

• Garden waste subscriptions re-open

  Anyone looking for a convenient way to recycle garden waste can now subscribe to the city council’s paid-for service as it re-opens to new customers following the easing of coronavirus restrictions.

  Published 16th July 2020.

• Government business grants surpass the £200Million mark

  Birmingham City Council is pleased to announce that it has paid out support grants in excess of £200Million to over 16,000 struggling local businesses.

  

  Published 14th July 2020.

• Local authorities in the West Midlands to trial e-scooters from the end of the summer

  Transport for West Midlands (TfWM) and Birmingham City Council are leading on the development of e-scooter rental trial in the West Midlands.

  Published 13th July 2020.

• Council processes over £2.7million of Discretionary Grants for businesses in need

  Birmingham City Council is pleased to report it has paid out over £2.7million of Discretionary Business Grants to struggling businesses.

  

  Published 10th July 2020.

• Equalities toolkit to help all children feel valued and respected

  Birmingham City Council has developed resources to support schools in teaching relationships and health education at primary schools.

  

  Published 6th July 2020.

• New rules to take affect for weddings and funerals in Birmingham

  Following new Government guidance, Birmingham City Council will be reopening the Birmingham Register Office so that marriage and civil partnership ceremonies may commence from Saturday 4 July.

  

  Published 3rd July 2020.

• Shoppers and customers urged to stay safe as hospitality venues re-open

  Birmingham's Director of Public Health has advised people ensure that they keep safe if they plan on visiting hospitality venues that are re-opening from 4 July 2020.

  

  Published 3rd July 2020.

• Council prepares to help the hospitality sector get back to business

  Birmingham City Council will ‘do all it can’ to help local restaurants, cafes, pubs and bars re-open safely following the Covid-19 pandemic.

  

  Published 3rd July 2020.

• Litter dumped in Birmingham parks triples

  People visiting Birmingham’s parks are being urged to show their respect for the environment after 1,280 tonnes of litter was cleared from such settings in the first five months of 2020.

  

  Published 2nd July 2020.

• Vans set to be allowed into Birmingham’s Household Recycling Centres

  From Thursday 2 July, Birmingham residents will be able to access the city’s network of Household Recycling Centres (HRCs) with trailers and vans.

  

  Published 1st July 2020.

• Streets outside local schools to be made safer

  With more pupils returning to schools as lockdown eases, Birmingham City Council has announced plans to expand their Car Free School Streets initiative, following a successful pilot.

  

  Published 30th June 2020.

• Trading Standards destroys fake goods worth around £10,000

  Birmingham City Council’s Trading Standards officers revealed a haul of counterfeit branded goods, before destroying the fake designer clothes this week.

  

  Published 30th June 2020.

• More than 1.4 million PPE items delivered across the city

  More than 1.4m items of personal protective equipment (PPE) have now been distributed to care settings across Birmingham by the city council.

  

  Published 24th June 2020.

• Virtual book launched to record city’s memories of COVID-19

  Birmingham City Council has launched an online book of memories to acknowledge the city’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

  

  Published 23rd June 2020.

• Businesses urged to claim outstanding grants as economy moves from crisis to recovery

  Eligible businesses who have yet to submit their financial details to receive Government grants of £10,000 or £25,000 are being urged to contact Birmingham City Council by the end of June.

  Published 22nd June 2020.

• More than £150,000 awarded to projects supporting refugees

  Projects supporting refugee families in Birmingham, through the Government’s Syrian Vulnerable Persons Resettlement Scheme, have received over £150,000 in grants awarded by Birmingham City Council.

  Published 19th June 2020.

• Markets car park re-opened

  Following the re-opening of three council car parks on Monday 15 June, Birmingham City Council has now re-opened the Markets multi-storey car park.

  Published 18th June 2020.

• Donations sought as schools IT appeal is launched

  An appeal has been launched for IT donations to help city school pupils whose education has been affected by the coronavirus lockdown.

  

  Published 18th June 2020.

• Applications close for Birmingham Discretionary Grant Payments

  Applications for Discretionary Grant Payments have now closed with 1,898 Birmingham businesses requesting financial support during the two-week window.

  

  Published 16th June 2020.

• Castle Bromwich Household Recycling Centre to re-open

  Following a period of closure related to nearby roadworks, the city’s Castle Bromwich Household Recycling Centre (HRC) will re-open on Thursday (June 18).

  

  Published 16th June 2020.

• Birmingham celebrates Refugee Week with virtual festival

  Birmingham’s refugee community and their contributions to city life are to be celebrated with an online festival taking place during Refugee Week, which begins today (15 June).

  Published 15th June 2020.

• Birmingham’s historic Bull Ring markets to reopen next week

  Birmingham’s Bull Ring markets will be welcoming back customers when the Open, Rag and Indoor Markets reopen next week.

  Published 12th June 2020.

• Council advises businesses to keep pavements clear

  Pavements and other pedestrian areas are to be kept free of goods and advertising, to ensure there is as much space as possible to support social distancing and queuing when businesses reopen.

  Published 12th June 2020.

• Safe social distancing in Birmingham’s city centre

  As lockdown begins to ease, with people returning to work and non-essential retail set to re-open from 15 June, Birmingham City Council are progressing social distancing measures in the city centre

  

  Published 12th June 2020.

• Birmingham gets back to business

  As businesses prepare to re-open, Birmingham City Council would like to advise businesses owners and shoppers to ensure that they remain safe and alert.

  

  Published 12th June 2020.

• James Watt papers at Library of Birmingham placed on UNESCO register

  James Watt papers in the Library of Birmingham archives have been placed on the UNESCO UK Memory of the World register – the documentary equivalent of World Heritage Sites.

  

  Published 8th June 2020.

• Time is running out to apply for Discretionary Business Grant Payments

  Discretionary Business Grants are open for applications- but Birmingham businesses are being advised to apply as soon as possible.

  

  Published 8th June 2020.

• Booking system introduced at Household Recycling Centres

  Book a slot in advance or you will be turned away – that’s the message as a new system for accessing Birmingham’s Household Recycling Centres (HRCs) is launched.

  

  Published 8th June 2020.

• £1.6 million of cycling and walking measures to be delivered in Birmingham

  Birmingham City Council have released details of several schemes to help encourage more people to walk and cycle safely as the UK lockdown eases.

  

  Published 8th June 2020.

• Construction work set to begin on Snow Hill public realm project

  A £3m project to improve the public realm in the Snow Hill area of the city centre for pedestrians and public transport connectivity will begin next week.

  Published 5th June 2020.

• Opening times for Birmingham cemeteries and crematoria are extended

  Birmingham City Council has reviewed its opening times for visitors across all burial sites and crematoria grounds throughout the city.

  Published 5th June 2020.

• Birmingham City Council develop communication campaign to support disadvantaged communities

  The council’s Public Health Division have developed a communication and engagement campaign to further support BAME, disabled and LGBT communities across the city during the coronavirus pandemic.

  Published 4th June 2020.

• Joint statement - Jacqui Kennedy

  Birmingham City Council’s Director of Neighbourhoods, Jacqui Kennedy, has announced that she has retired from the council after over 41 years’ service.

  

  Published 3rd June 2020.

• Re-introduction of parking charges as city gets back to normal

  As aspects of daily life, including the way we move around the city, begin returning to normal, the city council is preparing to reintroduce parking charges and enforcement activities from June 15.

  

  Published 2nd June 2020.

• Businesses can now apply for discretionary grant payments

  In our latest measures to support businesses impacted by COVID-19, the Council has today launched the Discretionary Business Grants Fund.

  

  Published 1st June 2020.

• Floral display to pay tribute to city’s key workers

  A floral display is being constructed in the city centre as a gesture of thanks from Birmingham City Council to key workers during the coronavirus pandemic.

  

  Published 1st June 2020.

• Number of mourners allowed at funerals in Birmingham increases to 16

  Following new guidance from the Government, Birmingham City Council has increased the number of mourners allowed to attend funerals from six to 16.

  Published 29th May 2020.

• Further footway widening on Ladypool Road

  From Monday 1 June, temporary footway widening will be introduced along Ladypool Road in Sparkbrook, Birmingham to help with social distancing.

  Published 29th May 2020.

• Council works to identify businesses for cash grants

  The Council is making significant progress processing grants for struggling businesses.

  

  Published 28th May 2020.

• Thousands of households to benefit from Council Tax Hardship Fund

  Council tax support measures have been introduced to help those who need support with Council Tax payments.

  

  Published 26th May 2020.

• Birmingham secures funding for e-cargo bike pilot scheme

  Following a successful bid application, Birmingham City Council has secured £58,000 in government grant funding to run an e-cargo bike pilot in the city.

  

  Published 21st May 2020.

• Secretary of State for Transport asked to support default 20mph speed limit in Birmingham

  Yesterday, 20 May 2020, Birmingham City Council’s Cabinet Member for Transport and Environment, Councillor Waseem Zaffar MBE, wrote to the Secretary of State for Transport, Grant Shapps MP.

  Published 21st May 2020.

• Planning determinations exceed Government targets during lockdown

  Planning officers at Birmingham City Council are exceeding Government targets with more than 1,000 determinations made since lockdown began.

  Published 19th May 2020.

• Statement on re-opening of Birmingham schools

  A letter has been sent to parents and school staff about the re-opening of Birmingham's schools.

  Published 19th May 2020.

• Avison Young secures major Birmingham City Council property investment brief

  The Council has appointed Avison Young to review it's Commercial Investment Property Portfolio.

  Published 18th May 2020.

• Business support- a message from Councillor Ian Ward

  Councillor Ian Ward's message for businesses in Birmingham needing support during these difficult times.

  

  Published 15th May 2020.

• More than £85,000 awarded to community projects supporting refugees

  Innovative community projects supporting refugees - through the Government’s Syrian Vulnerable Persons Resettlement Scheme - have received over £85,000 in grants awarded by Birmingham City Council.

  Published 15th May 2020.

• More than 330,000 items of PPE delivered across city

  More than 330,000 items of personal protective equipment (PPE) have been distributed to care settings across Birmingham by the city council.

  Published 14th May 2020.

• Birmingham announces measures as part of new Emergency Transport Plan

  Birmingham City Council has launched its Emergency Transport Plan outlining plans for a wide range of measures to support walking, cycling and public transport across the city, in light of COVID-19.

  Published 14th May 2020.

• Lord Mayor’s team pick up 30,000 face masks for frontline workers donated by Nanjing

  Members of the Lord Mayor’s team collected a shipment of 30,000 face masks, donated by the city of Nanjing - one of Birmingham’s partner cities in China - yesterday (12 May 2020).

  

  Published 13th May 2020.

• Supporting social distancing in our parks

  To enable people to use the city’s parks and open spaces safely during the coronavirus pandemic, the city council’s grounds maintenance team has come up with a social distancing solution.

  

  Published 13th May 2020.

• More space for social distancing on two of Birmingham’s busiest high streets

  Birmingham City Council will introduce measures to increase space for pedestrians on two of the city’s busiest high streets, Erdington High Street and Kings Heath High Street, over the coming days.

  Published 7th May 2020.

• Review to look at health inequalities within black communities in Birmingham and Lewisham

  A unique collaboration between Birmingham and Lewisham councils will look at how to address the depth of health inequalities in the black African and Caribbean communities in both areas.

  Published 5th May 2020.

• Update on waste services in Birmingham (Tuesday 5 May 2020)

  As part of the ongoing review of services during the coronavirus pandemic, Birmingham City Council is now able to restore a key waste service to residents.

  

  Published 5th May 2020.

• Local authorities urge the government to prevent a post-covid homeless world

  Cabinet members responsible for homelessness from across the West Midlands local authorities as well as the West Midlands Metro Mayor, have come together to write to Government.

  Published 4th May 2020.

• Commercial tenants advised to come forward

  Around 4,500 commercial tenants in Birmingham could miss out on grant funding and are being advised to get in touch with the City Council if they need further support.

  Published 4th May 2020.

• New weekend opening times for Birmingham cemeteries and crematoria

  Birmingham City Council has reviewed its opening times for visitors across all burial sites and crematoria grounds.

  Published 1st May 2020.

• Enhanced support for those suffering domestic abuse is launched

  As the national coronavirus lockdown continues, Birmingham City Council has been working with Birmingham & Solihull Women’s Aid (BSWAID) to widen available support for those at risk of domestic abuse.

  Published 1st May 2020.

• New Council Programme Director for Games is named

  A new Programme Director has been appointed by Birmingham City Council to head-up the local authority’s involvement in the planning, preparation and delivery of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.

  

  Published 1st May 2020.

• Birmingham businesses - Please don’t miss out on COVID-19 lifeline

  Birmingham City Council leader Ian Ward urges city businesses not to miss out on COVID-19 grant payments.

  

  Published 30th April 2020.

• Additional financial support for residents struggling with council tax during COVID-19

  Residents in receipt of Council Tax Support will automatically receive £150 off their council tax bill and have instalments deferred as part of the latest measures to relieve financial pressure.

  Published 30th April 2020.

• Missing information could cost Birmingham businesses COVID-19 grant funding

  Up to 5,000 businesses in Birmingham could potentially miss out on grants of £10,000 or £25,000 if they do not provide up-to-date details for payments to be processed.

  Published 30th April 2020.

• More than 7,000 vulnerable people receiving weekly food parcels

  More than 7,000 clinically vulnerable people across Birmingham are receiving a weekly food parcel as part of the emergency response to the Covid-19 pandemic.

  

  Published 28th April 2020.

• Grant pay-outs rapidly under way

  Council officers have been pushing out all the stops, including working on weekends, to process submissions from Birmingham business to receive grants to support their businesses.

  Published 24th April 2020.

• Observing Ramadan at home

  The month of Ramadan has arrived at a difficult time that has impacted our home and work life.

  

  Published 24th April 2020.

• Grants available to help vulnerable adults during pandemic

  Voluntary, community and faith groups are invited to bid to the city council for grants to help support vulnerable adults affected by the coronavirus pandemic.

  Published 24th April 2020.

• Birmingham fundraisers donate face masks to city council key workers

  Overseas Chinese Association (Birmingham) has donated thousands of face masks to Birmingham City Council to give to its key workers.

  Published 24th April 2020.

• Lord Mayor's letter to communities for Ramadan

  The Lord Mayor of Birmingham, Cllr Mohammed Azim, and Cllr John Cotton, Cabinet Member for Social Inclusion, Community Safety and Equalities have written to communities ahead of Ramadan.

  Published 23rd April 2020.

• Councillors call for respect towards bereavement staff

  Four Birmingham councillors have condemned verbal and physical abuse towards council staff in a cross-party statement.

  Published 21st April 2020.

• Council proposal for a Business Survival Fund

  Birmingham City Council, with the support of the Core Cities, has submitted a proposal to Government requesting additional funding.

  Published 17th April 2020.

• City agrees land deal with Homes England for major development

  A major regeneration scheme is set to go ahead after Birmingham City Council agreed a deal with government housing agency Homes England to release land to create one of the city’s largest developments

  Published 17th April 2020.

• Council proposal for a Business Survival Fund

  Birmingham City Council with the support of the Core Cities has submitted a proposal to Government.

  Published 16th April 2020.

• £5m support package for care providers

  A five million pound package of financial support for care providers across the city has been approved by Birmingham City Council.

  Published 15th April 2020.

• Online mental health support for young people during pandemic

  Birmingham City Council has commissioned a free online mental health and wellbeing service for young people

  

  Published 14th April 2020.

• Support for residents during increase in enquiries

  Residents who are in financial difficulty due to COVID-19 are accounting for up to 500 additional benefit and Council Tax Support claims every week as people seek support from Birmingham City Council.

  Published 9th April 2020.

• First business grants paid as “enormous task” gets under way

  More than £5.6 million of grants have been paid to businesses during the first four days of processing with Birmingham City Council staff working across the Easter weekend to increase momentum.

  Published 9th April 2020.

• Plea to manufacturers for protective equipment

  A call to arms was today issued to the region’s manufacturers and small businesses to join the Covid-19 fight by manufacturing or donating protective clothing for carers and other frontline workers.

  Published 8th April 2020.

• Birmingham car park closures

  Since the COVID-19 outbreak, the use of Birmingham’s multi-storey car parks has rapidly declined.

  Published 7th April 2020.

• How YOU can support refuse collectors during coronavirus crisis

  A plea to not overfill bins has been made to the people of Birmingham as a key way in which they can support the city’s hardworking refuse collectors during the coronavirus crisis.

  

  Published 6th April 2020.

• Government business grants to be paid from early April

  Grants totalling around £231 million will begin to be paid to eligible businesses in Birmingham from next week as part of the Government’s COVID-19 support package.

  Published 3rd April 2020.

• Council staff serving Birmingham throughout the pandemic

  Leader of the Council Cllr Ian Ward blogs about council actions during the coronavirus pandemic.

  

  Published 3rd April 2020.

• Hard-working waste crew shocked by risky discovery during their round

  Residents are being urged to follow government guidance on how to dispose of waste during the COVID-19 outbreak after a shocking discovery by one of the city council’s hard-working bin crews.

  

  Published 2nd April 2020.

• New interim Chief Executive for Birmingham City Council

  The City Council has today announced the appointment of Chris Naylor as interim Chief Executive as part of an agreement with Barking and Dagenham Council, where he is currently fulfilling that role.

  

  Published 1st April 2020.

• Trading Standards warn of scam sites selling personal protective equipment (PPE)

  Birmingham City Council’s Trading Standards team are urging crowd-funders, consumers and businesses to beware of scam sites selling hard-to-find PPE.

  

  Published 31st March 2020.

• Residents praise bin crews during coronavirus crisis

  Despite the challenge posed by coronavirus, the city’s waste collection crews, supported by other street scene staff, have continued to keep Birmingham clean – attracting many supportive messages.

  Published 30th March 2020.

• First food parcels for city's vulnerable

  The first food parcels for clinically vulnerable people currently ‘shielding’ themselves due to the coronavirus pandemic have begun to be distributed across Birmingham.

  

  Published 30th March 2020.

• Birmingham City Council daily update on the city’s response to COVID-19

  We have plans in place to deal with the outbreak of COVID-19 (coronavirus) and the impact the virus will have on life in the city.

  

  Published 30th March 2020.

• Support measures for Birmingham businesses

  Thousands of Birmingham businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic can now apply to the Government's Small Business Grant Fund and Retail, Hospitality and Leisure Grant Fund.

  Published 27th March 2020.

• City council to fund school meal vouchers for 61,000 children

  Birmingham City Council is to fund vouchers for families of the 61,000 children who get free school meals.

  Published 26th March 2020.

• Update to registration and bereavement services

  Following national guidance and to ensure that social distancing takes place, from today (26 March 2020) new, emergency measures will be put in place for our bereavement services.

  Published 26th March 2020.

• Donate to Change into Action to help region’s homeless during Coronavirus pandemic

  Residents and businesses across the West Midlands are being urged to donate to Change into Action to help the region’s rough sleepers during the Coronavirus outbreak.

  

  Published 26th March 2020.

• Trading Standards advise residents to be scam aware

  Birmingham’s Trading Standards team are urging residents to be aware of a number of Coronavirus-linked scams which are targeting vulnerable people across the UK.

  

  Published 25th March 2020.

• Birmingham’s Clean Air Zone and the impact of COVID-19

  Birmingham City Council has written to central government requesting postponement to the launch of its Clean Air Zone.

  Published 24th March 2020.

• Changes to garden waste collections and parks as a result of COVID-19

  In order to maintain the most reliable waste collection services possible during the COVID-19 pandemic, a change to how the council deals with garden waste has been announced.

  Published 23rd March 2020.

• Message of reassurance from Cllr Sharon Thompson

  Cllr Sharon Thompson, cabinet member for homes and neighbourhoods, has reassured communities in the city following speculation about funerals during the COVID-19 pandemic.

  Published 22nd March 2020.

• Letter to parents regarding schools during coronavirus outbreak

  Dr Tim O'Neill, director of education and skills at Birmingham City Council, has written to all parents about the situation with schools in the city.

  Published 20th March 2020.

• Trading Standards seize potentially harmful sanitizer

  Trading Standards Enforcement Officers seized bottles of potentially harmful hand sanitizer from a Birmingham trader yesterday (Thursday 19 March).

  

  Published 20th March 2020.

• Trading Standards warn traders over dual-pricing practices

  Birmingham’s Trading Standards teams visited shops across the city as part of a clamp-down on dual-pricing, warning traders they face prosecution if found to be exploiting customers in this way.

  Published 19th March 2020.

• Supporting Birmingham businesses through the coronavirus outbreak

  Birmingham City Council has stepped up efforts to help small businesses in Birmingham meet the coronavirus challenge.

  Published 19th March 2020.

• Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market scoops top award for third year

  Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market has been named the Best Outdoor Event in the city, by readers of What’s On magazine, it was announced today (19 March 2020).

  

  Published 19th March 2020.

• Contract to redevelop Birmingham’s Alexander Stadium awarded to McLaughlin & Harvey

  The contract to redevelop Birmingham’s Alexander Stadium into a high-quality venue for diverse sporting, leisure, community and cultural events has been awarded by the council to McLaughlin & Harvey.

  

  Published 18th March 2020.

• Council and communities work together to tackle coronavirus

  Birmingham City Council is working with the city’s voluntary sector umbrella body, Birmingham Voluntary Service Council, to create a coordinated community response to the coronavirus outbreak.

  Published 17th March 2020.

• Further confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Birmingham

  There have been three further confirmed cases of coronavirus in Birmingham today (13th March 2020) bringing the total number of cases in the city to five.

  

  Published 13th March 2020.

• Local school children share their thoughts on Birmingham City Council’s draft Transport Plan

  Birmingham City Council hosted its School Transport Summit on Wednesday 11 March.

  

  Published 13th March 2020.

• Second confirmed case of COVID-19 in Birmingham

  The second confirmed case of coronavirus in Birmingham has been confirmed today.

  

  Published 11th March 2020.

• Revised Full Business Case - Perry Barr Regeneration Scheme

  A report detailing the extensive progress already made on delivering the Perry Barr Regeneration Scheme (PBRS) and the measures needed to ensure the project’s successful completion is due before Birmingham City Council’s Cabinet on March 17.

  Published 10th March 2020.

• How older people are dancing to health

  A pioneering project that helps with falls prevention in older people through dance is to be extended across the city thanks to a grant from Birmingham City Council.

  

  Published 9th March 2020.

• First grants awarded to Birmingham girls ‘who dared to dream’

  A dozen Birmingham girls who ‘dared to dream’ have been awarded the first grants from a special fund launched by Birmingham City Council and the Lord Mayor of Birmingham’s Charity.

  

  Published 5th March 2020.

• Applications open for Clean Air Zone exemption permits

  Ahead of the launch of Birmingham’s Clean Air Zone this summer, applications are now open for temporary exemption permits.

  Published 5th March 2020.

• Confirmed case of COVID-19 in Birmingham

  It has been confirmed that a patient in Birmingham has tested positive for COVID-19.

  

  Published 5th March 2020.

• Secondary school transfer September 2020 intake - offers at 1 March 2020

  Pupils will today find out which secondary school they will attend in September, with those receiving first preference school increasing by over three per cent.

  Published 27th February 2020.

• Birmingham makes largest reduction in rough sleeping amongst Core Cities

  Rough sleeping across Birmingham has reduced thanks to the help and support of community groups, council commissioned services, health and voluntary partners.

  Published 27th February 2020.

• Coronavirus update - 26 February 2020

  Birmingham City Council continues to work closely with the local NHS and Public Health England to monitor the emerging global situation and prepare for escalation.

  Published 26th February 2020.

• Birmingham man fined for fly-tipping six times

  A Birmingham man was ordered to pay £1,580 and given six points on his driver’s licence, after pleading guilty to six fly-tipping offences at Birmingham Magistrates Court yesterday (20 February 2020).

  Published 21st February 2020.

• Funding projects that help people stay independent

  Tackling the blight of hoarding and the damage it can do to individuals and helping prevent falls in older people through dance.

  Published 19th February 2020.

• Birmingham sets out life-changing plans for 230,000 of its residents

  Birmingham City Council has launched a consultation on its ambitious new strategy for East Birmingham which seeks to dramatically improve the lives of 230,000 of its residents.

  

  Published 17th February 2020.

• The race is on to find the Community Champions of Birmingham

  A search to find the unsung heroes of Birmingham to spearhead an exciting new community campaign has been launched by Birmingham City Council.

  Published 14th February 2020.

• Coronavirus statement - 13 February 2020

  Birmingham City Council is working closely with the local NHS and Public Health England to monitor the emerging global situation.

  Published 13th February 2020.

• Raising the roof at Moseley Road Baths

  Thanks to partnership working between community groups, national and international organisations and Birmingham City Council, the Gala Pool roof at Moseley Road Baths has been repaired.

  

  Published 12th February 2020.

• Statement on HS2 latest

  Cllr Ian Ward, leader of Birmingham City Council, has issued the following statement on HS2.

  Published 11th February 2020.

• Budget outlines programme of investment, support and transformation

  A significant programme of investment, transformation and support for the most vulnerable against continued financial challenges is detailed in Birmingham City Council’s latest financial plan.

  Published 10th February 2020.

• Birmingham City Council and Aston Villa Foundation host networking event for homeless sector

  Today at Villa Park, Birmingham City Council and the Aston Villa Foundation hosted a conference to recognise the hard work being provided to those sleeping rough by faith and community organisations.

  

  Published 7th February 2020.

• Solihull man prosecuted for fly-tipping in Birmingham

  A Solihull man has been ordered to pay £6,008 by Birmingham Magistrates’ Court after being found guilty of fly-tipping in Billesley.

  Published 6th February 2020.

• Birmingham earns prestigious Tree Cities of the World status

  The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) along with the Arbor Day Foundation has today (February 4) recognised Birmingham with Tree Cities of the World designation.

  Published 4th February 2020.

• Update on Birmingham 2022 preparations in three Cabinet reports

  In a series of reports to Cabinet on February 11, Birmingham City Council members will be asked to note overall strong progress in preparing for and delivering the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.

  Published 4th February 2020.

• Independent review into council waste collections is published

  The findings of the first phase of an independent review into waste collection services are set to be endorsed by Birmingham City Council’s Cabinet on February 11.

  Published 3rd February 2020.

• Birmingham and Solihull Coroner’s Service Annual Report 2019

  Following the release of MP Shabana Mahmood’s report A New Model for Coroner and Bereavement Services, the Birmingham and Solihull Coroner’s Service is releasing its Annual Report for 2019.

  Published 3rd February 2020.

• Kier appointed as interim services provider for Birmingham highways contract

  Kier Highways has been appointed as the preferred bidder to manage the 15-month interim highway services contract for Birmingham Highways Ltd (BHL) from 1 April 2020 to 29 June 2021.

  Published 3rd February 2020.

• Together we can tackle child abuse

  A national campaign aimed at preventing child abuse is being supported by Birmingham City Council and Birmingham Children’s Trust.

  

  Published 30th January 2020.

• Ditch the sugary drinks and try Fizz Free February

  Birmingham residents, especially families with young children, are being encouraged to ditch sugary drinks and take part in Fizz Free February.

  

  Published 30th January 2020.

• Birmingham 2022 plans take major step forward as Alexander Stadium revamp is approved

  Proposals for the redevelopment of Alexander Stadium were today approved by the council's Planning Committee – marking a major milestone in the preparations for the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.

  

  Published 30th January 2020.

• Dog boarder receives five-year ban from keeping canines

  A Birmingham dog boarder was banned from keeping any dogs for five years, at Birmingham Magistrates Court today (23 January 2020).

  Published 23rd January 2020.

• Holocaust Memorial Day 2020

  The Lord Mayor of Birmingham will lead the city’s Holocaust Memorial Day commemorations at the Council House on Sunday, 26 January.

  

  Published 20th January 2020.

• Cold weather provision for those sleeping rough

  Cllr Sharon Thompson, cabinet member for homes and neighbourhoods, talks about helping rough sleepers in cold weather:

  Published 17th January 2020.

• Council Tax premium proposal to help tackle issue of long-term empty homes

  Homeowners who have properties that have been empty for five years or more will face having to pay triple the normal rate of Council Tax under a policy set to be discussed by Cabinet on January 21.

  Published 14th January 2020.

• Have your say on plans to revamp city centre public spaces

  Birmingham businesses, citizens and visitors are being encouraged to take part in a public consultation over plans for a £25m regeneration of the city centre, which opens today (13 January 2020).

  

  Published 13th January 2020.

• Citywide direction on houses in multiple occupation (HMO) to be introduced in Birmingham

  A citywide direction on houses in multiple occupation (HMO) is to be introduced by Birmingham City Council from 8 June 2020.

  Published 10th January 2020.

• 2020 brings step-change for culture across Birmingham and beyond

  The New Year heralds a step-change for culture across Birmingham and the region through new leadership at Cultural Central and leadership opportunities via the Birmingham Cultural Compact.

  

  Published 9th January 2020.

• Christmas tree recycling - January 2020

  With this year’s Christmas and New Year celebrations drawing to an end soon, Birmingham City Council has confirmed its tree recycling service – free of charge for citizens.

  Published 27th December 2019.

• Birmingham’s German Market to give away hundreds of Christmas trees

  Citizens and charities are being invited to take a little bit of Birmingham’s festive market home with them as part of a Christmas Eve giveaway.

  

  Published 18th December 2019.

• Bin crew brings Christmas cheer for Kitts Green family

  A three-year-old Kitts Green girl who wants to become a refuse collector when she grows up received a special Christmas treat from her local bin crew today (December 16).

  Published 16th December 2019.

• Birmingham joins Partnership for Health Cities

  Birmingham City Council announces new plans to increase safe and active mobility for all citizens as part of a global network of cities

  

  Published 16th December 2019.

• Council seizes seven empty properties

  Birmingham City Council has seized seven residential houses from their owners, after they have each stood vacant for more than 10 years.

  

  Published 16th December 2019.

• Christmas waste collection plans - December 2019 and January 2020

  Christmas waste collections for households in December 2019 and January 2020 have been confirmed by Birmingham City Council.

  Published 4th December 2019.

• Councils pledge to help rough sleepers this winter

  Local authorities across the West Midlands have pledged to work together to help rough sleepers this winter as part of a coordinated regional response.

  Published 29th November 2019.

• Statement on Anderton Park injunction ruling

  Following today's ruling that the injunction preventing protests immediately outside the school remains in place, Birmingham City Council has issued the following statement.

  Published 26th November 2019.

• Family Day discounts at city’s Frankfurt Christmas Market

  Visitors to Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market on Sunday (24 November 2019) will be able to enjoy discounts on a wide range of food, drink and gifts, as part of Family Day.

  Published 21st November 2019.

• Celebrating Birmingham’s Rights Respecting Schools

  As the United Nations celebrates 30 years of its Convention on the Rights of the Child, Birmingham City Council is highlighting its schools’ successes in the Unicef Rights Respecting Schools programme

  

  Published 19th November 2019.

• Celebrating local government: City Council is taking part in #OurDay

  Birmingham City Council is taking part in the national #OurDay campaign today (19 November) to highlight the wide variety of services its staff delivers across the city.

  Published 19th November 2019.

• Neil Carney to leave Birmingham City Council

  Neil Carney, Birmingham City Council’s Programme Director for the Birmingham 2022 has announced he is to leave the organisation in order to spend more time with his children.

  Published 15th November 2019.

• Centenary Square project wins prestigious award

  Birmingham City Council scooped its first award for the successful redevelopment of Centenary Square last week.

  

  Published 12th November 2019.

• #BrumBudget20: have your say

  Birmingham City Council is set to launch a public consultation into its 2020/21 budget proposals later this month.

  Published 4th November 2019.

• City supermarket fined £75,000 for waste and fly-tipping offences

  An Alum Rock supermarket has been fined £75,000 for fly-tipping and trade waste-related offences following a prosecution brought by Birmingham City Council.

  Published 1st November 2019.

• Court Order extends street cruising ban for another three years

  An injunction banning street cruising from the roads of Birmingham has been extended for another three years following a successful application to the courts by Birmingham City Council.

  Published 30th October 2019.

• Henry Dimbleby launches Birmingham Food Conversation

  Co-founder of food chain Leon, Henry Dimbleby, is spending the day in the city to launch the Birmingham Food Conversation, which will feed into a national food strategy.

  Published 22nd October 2019.

• Plans for £25million revamp of city centre public spaces announced

  Plans for a £25million regeneration of Birmingham’s city centre – which include bringing Victoria Square’s famous ‘Floozie in the Jacuzzi’ fountain back into use – have been revealed this week.

  Published 22nd October 2019.

• Council leader to update secretary of state on improvement progress

  City Council leader Ian Ward will send a letter to the secretary of state updating him on progress made on the council’s ongoing improvement journey, following approval by cabinet.

  Published 22nd October 2019.

• Remembrance Sunday 2019 in Birmingham

  Birmingham’s annual Remembrance Day Service will take place on Colmore Row, opposite St Philip’s Cathedral, on Sunday 10 November, attended by military veterans and Armed Forces representatives.

  Published 17th October 2019.

• Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market 2019

  The city’s internationally renowned Frankfurt Christmas Market will mark its 20th year in Birmingham when it returns next month.

  Published 17th October 2019.

• New fund launched to help the next generation of ‘women who dare to dream’

  A new fund to help the next generation of fearless females pursue their ambitions and dreams was launched by Birmingham City Council and the Lord Mayor of Birmingham’s Charity today (14 October 2019).

  

  Published 14th October 2019.

• Planning application submitted for Alexander Stadium redevelopment

  Proposals for the redevelopment of Alexander Stadium have been submitted to Birmingham City Council’s planning department for consideration today (10 October 2019).

  

  Published 10th October 2019.

• A34 Perry Barr highway improvement scheme

  Cabinet will be asked to approve the full business case for the A34 Perry Barr highway improvement scheme when it meets on 15 October 2019.

  Published 8th October 2019.

• Statement on bulky waste collection fee

  The following is a statement explaining an increase in bulky waste collection fees, which come into effect on October 1.

  Published 26th September 2019.

• Statement on CCTV decommissioning work

  Statement from Cllr John Cotton, Cabinet Member for Social Inclusion, Community Safety and Equalities, on CCTV decommissioning work.

  Published 25th September 2019.

• New road names celebrate pioneering Brummies

  Four pioneering Brummies are to have new roads named after them in recognition of their achievements.

  Published 20th September 2019.

• Car Free School Streets scheme to go live

  A pilot scheme which will see roads around six Birmingham schools closed to motorised traffic at the start and end of the school day is set to launch on Monday (23 September).

  Published 20th September 2019.

• Statement on City Solicitor's resignation

  Birmingham City Solicitor and Monitoring Officer, Kate Charlton will be leaving the City Council on 30 September after 11 years with the authority.

  Published 12th September 2019.

• Letter from Lady Mayoress to City Solicitor

  The Lady Mayoress Bushra Bi has written a letter of apology to City Solicitor Kate Charlton, following comments made in an open letter regarding the running of full council.

  Published 12th September 2019.

• Statement regarding Waheed Nazir, Director - Inclusive Growth

  After 10 years as Director, Waheed Nazir has announced that he is stepping down from his role at Birmingham City Council as Director, Inclusive Growth.

  Published 2nd September 2019.

• Birmingham takes action against HMO landlord in first civil penalty case

  Birmingham City Council has issued its first civil penalty against a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) landlord in the Small Heath area.

  Published 2nd September 2019.

• Revamped Alexander Stadium set to become new home for university sports courses

  Birmingham’s redeveloped Alexander Stadium is set to provide a new base for up to a thousand Birmingham City University sports and exercise students, leaving a major sporting legacy in the city.

  

  Published 30th August 2019.

• Love Your Street Day in Alum Rock

  Birmingham City Council officers and staff from partner organisations joined forces for a Love Your Street Day in Alum Rock today (August 28).

  Published 28th August 2019.

• A lot of value from the city's allotments

  Allotments managed by Birmingham City Council annually produce food worth £4.3million according to a recently-published report.

  

  Published 12th August 2019.

• Chief executive arrangements

  Confirmation of arrangements for Birmingham City Council chief executive

  Published 9th August 2019.

• New Ladywood leisure centre up and running

  Ladywood's £8.5 million state-of-the-art leisure centre in Ladywood, located between Icknield Port Road and Ladywood Middleway, has opened its doors to the public

  

  Published 9th August 2019.

• Non-Executive Advisors formally appointed

  Five Non-Executive Advisors who are part of the city council’s new improvement model have formally been appointed.

  Published 7th August 2019.

• Statement on Capita contract

  The following is a joint statement on the partnership between Birmingham City Council and Capita.

  Published 1st August 2019.

• Perry Barr regeneration: Phase Two planning consent is secured

  Outline proposals for the second phase of the regeneration of Perry Barr were approved by Birmingham City Council’s Planning Committee today (August 1).

  

  Published 1st August 2019.

• Birmingham gets new deal on digital autopsy scanner

  Birmingham City Council has announced that it has successfully negotiated a deal that will provide the city with access to a Computed Tomography Post Mortems (CTPM) scanner on a trial basis.

  Published 24th July 2019.

• Plans for new improvement model to best serve residents

  Birmingham City Council has published a proposal to appoint a number of non-executive advisors aligned to its priority areas, as part of its ongoing improvement journey

  Published 23rd July 2019.

• True value of city’s parks and open spaces calculated at £11billion

  The value of parks and green estate in Birmingham, in terms of what they offer to all aspects of life in the city, has been calculated as £11billion.

  Published 23rd July 2019.

• Another step forward for Birmingham children's services

  The Department for Education has said that a commissioner for Birmingham’s children services is no longer required.

  Published 22nd July 2019.

• Council awarded £1.2m of government migration funding

  Birmingham City Council received £1.2m from the Government's Controlling Migration fund, for two projects aimed at helping asylum seekers, refugees and migrants integrate into the city's communities.

  Published 18th July 2019.

• New provider for home-to-school transport service

  Birmingham City Council today announced that the majority of its home-to-school transport service will be provided by West Midlands Accessible Transport Ltd, a subsidiary of National Express.

  

  Published 17th July 2019.

• Watt in the World exhibition celebrates bicentenary

  A new exhibition on James Watt has opened at the Library of Birmingham.

  

  Published 15th July 2019.

• Celebrating children's rights in Birmingham

  A celebration of Birmingham schools achieving the Unicef Rights Respecting School award, from nursery through to secondary, took place in the city today.

  

  Published 11th July 2019.

• Birmingham bids to become a Tree City of the World

  Talks to establish Birmingham as the first officially designated “Tree City” of the UK are set to be held between the city council and an international foundation on Friday (July 12).

  Published 10th July 2019.

• Chief Executive to step down for role in New Zealand

  Birmingham City Council’s Chief Executive has today announced that she will be stepping down from her role to take up a new position as Chief Executive of Christchurch City Council in New Zealand

  Published 10th July 2019.

• Birmingham invited to submit detailed bid for Government high streets fund

  Work has already begun on preparing a detailed bid to the Government’s Future High Streets Fund which could help transform a popular Birmingham suburb.

  Published 9th July 2019.

• Innovative improvement model to help the council best service its residents

  As part of its ongoing improvement journey to ensure residents are served in the best possible way, Birmingham City Council is proposing to appoint a number of non-executive advisors.

  Published 9th July 2019.

• New look Centenary Square opens to the public

  One of Birmingham’s flagship public spaces was officially opened to reveal its new design in a special ceremony today (3 July).

  

  Published 3rd July 2019.

• Pilot scheme launched to help recover millions in unpaid council tax

  Birmingham City Council is one of 29 local authorities chosen to pilot a scheme that will help local councils recover unpaid council tax.

  Published 2nd July 2019.

• Top environmental consultancy to lead review of city waste service

  One of the UK's largest environmental and engineering consultancies has been appointed to lead a review of the city’s waste service as part of the effort to best meet the needs of Birmingham citizens.

  Published 1st July 2019.

• £778m investment into city and region to deliver Commonwealth Games

  Birmingham and the West Midlands region will benefit from a £778 million investment to stage the 2022 Commonwealth Games, the government has confirmed today.

  Published 25th June 2019.

• £300,000 awarded to Birmingham for Childhood Obesity Trailblazer Programme

  Birmingham has been announced as one of five Trailblazer Authorities that will lead innovative action in the local community to tackle childhood obesity as part of a three year programme.

  Published 25th June 2019.

• Plans revealed for Alexander Stadium redevelopment

  Plans showcasing the emerging design for the redevelopment of Alexander Stadium have been published, as public consultation begins.

  

  Published 21st June 2019.

• Birmingham wins share of multi-million pound parks fund

  Birmingham has won a place on a new multi-million pound initiative to enhance the future of its parks and green spaces.

  Published 17th June 2019.

• Support to the Arts funding

  Birmingham City Council cabinet is being asked to approve almost £3million of arts funding and grants for the next four years.

  Published 17th June 2019.

• Public consultation to be held for Alexander Stadium redevelopment

  Plans for the redevelopment of Alexander Stadium are set to go on display at public drop-in events later this month.

  Published 12th June 2019.

• Barrows for Birmingham’s cleaner, greener streets effort

  Community groups and those with a passion for cleaner, greener streets are being invited to utilise equipment available on a fleet of 75 street cleaning barrows that have been bought by the council.

  Published 10th June 2019.

• Bleed control kits pilot launched in city centre

  A new pilot scheme, equipping city centre businesses and late night venues with specialist first aid kits, was launched by in Birmingham today (4 June 2019).

  Published 4th June 2019.

• Anderton Park Primary School protests: High Court awards interim injunction

  The High Court has today (31 May 2019) granted Birmingham City Council an interim injunction to protect the area immediately surrounding Anderton Park Primary School.

  Published 31st May 2019.

• Coroner launches appeal to find next of kin

  The Birmingham and Solihull Coroner, Louise Hunt, is making an appeal to trace the family and friends of a male who passed away on Tuesday 7 May 2019.

  Published 31st May 2019.

• Consultation on Perry Barr highways scheme set to begin

  A programme of highway infrastructure improvements to open up the heart of Perry Barr and support the regeneration of the wider area is set to go out to public consultation.

  Published 29th May 2019.

• European Parliamentary Election 2019 results

  The results for the West Midlands region and for the Birmingham City Council area.

  Published 26th May 2019.

• Birmingham wins eighth Gold at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2019

  Birmingham City Council has scooped Gold for the eighth year running at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2019 for a display recognising the need for action on climate change.

  

  Published 21st May 2019.

• Ambitious plans to create the Rea Valley Urban Quarter

  Birmingham City Council has today started a public consultation on ambitious plans to transform 73 hectares of the city centre.

  

  Published 17th May 2019.

• Birmingham reveals ten year housing plan

  The council’s housebuilding arm, Birmingham Municipal Housing Trust (BMHT), has published plans to build 2,708 new homes by 2029.

  

  Published 14th May 2019.

• Construction work on Commonwealth Games Village officially begins

  Construction work on the largest infrastructure project directly related to the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games started today (May 8).

  Published 8th May 2019.

• Birmingham welcomes the Knife Angel as city works to tackle knife crime

  A huge 27-foot sculpture, made from 100,000 confiscated knives, was welcomed to Birmingham earlier today (8 May) as the city comes together to tackle knife crime.

  

  Published 8th May 2019.

• Birmingham unveils 2019 RHS Chelsea Flower Show garden

  With sights set on achieving their eighth Gold, Birmingham City Council's RHS Chelsea Flower Show entry for 2019 celebrates a year of clean and green community action.

  

  Published 7th May 2019.

• Vision to promote Edgbaston Reservoir as major destination

  Birmingham City Council has today launched a draft masterplan for Edgbaston Reservoir and is asking the public for their views.

  

  Published 2nd May 2019.

• Birmingham celebrates at the UK Housing Awards

  Birmingham City Council and Engie are celebrating after winning a prestigious national award.

  

  Published 2nd May 2019.

• Statement on waste dispute settlement

  The following statement has been agreed by the council and Unite and Unison after the approval of a negotiated settlement by the parties, which ends the recent dispute within the waste service:

  Published 29th April 2019.

• Funding awarded to Birmingham to help those affected by alcohol

  Efforts in Birmingham to increase the number of people accessing free support for alcohol problems have received a boost following a funding award from Public Health England

  Published 24th April 2019.

• £15m, or 39%, of Clean Air Fund support earmarked for taxi drivers

  Cllr Waseem Zaffar, cabinet member for transport and environment, explains why the city council has earmarked 39% of its Clean Air Fund support from government for taxi drivers

  Published 23rd April 2019.

• Brexit update from the deputy leader

  Deputy leader Cllr Brigid Jones has contacted Birmingham City Council elected members and external partners with an update about Brexit preparations for the city and region.

  

  Published 23rd April 2019.

• Birmingham Adult Education Service judged 'good' by Ofsted

  Birmingham Adult Education Service has been judged as providing a ‘good’ overall service, according to its latest Ofsted report – an improvement on the previous inspection.

  

  Published 16th April 2019.

• New policy for home-to-school transport

  A proposed new Travel Assist policy following public consultation has today been approved by cabinet committee.

  

  Published 16th April 2019.

• Second phase of Games Village legacy scheme submitted to planners

  An outline planning application for the second phase of the regeneration of Perry Barr was formally submitted to Birmingham City Council today (April 15).

  Published 15th April 2019.

• Birmingham City Council and Walsall Road Allotments find a way forward

  The first images of how Perry Park and areas around Alexander Stadium - including Walsall Road Allotments - could look during and after Commonwealth Games were released today.

  

  Published 11th April 2019.

• Next step for Langley and Peddimore developments

  Plans for 6,000 new homes in north Birmingham and up to 10,000 new jobs are set to be discussed at Birmingham City Council’s cabinet next week.

  

  Published 10th April 2019.

• Statement following protests at Anderton Park school

  Cllr John Cotton, Cabinet Member for Social Inclusion, Community Safety and Equalities, has made the following statement regarding protests at Anderton Park school.

  Published 10th April 2019.

• Adoption inspection provides positive outcome

  Birmingham Children’s Trust Adoption Agency received a positive outcome from their first adoption inspection, held in February this year.

  Published 4th April 2019.

• Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games benefits highlighted in report

  A report detailing the benefits and legacy of the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games to the city and Queensland state has been published.

  

  Published 4th April 2019.

• Birmingham Independent Improvement Panel publishes its final report to the Secretary of State

  After four years the Birmingham Independent Improvement Panel has produced its final report to the Secretary of State.

  Published 2nd April 2019.

• Birmingham receives £711,000 to work with landlords to tackle homelessness

  Birmingham City Council has been awarded £711,000 from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) to work with the private-rented housing sector to prevent homelessness.

  Published 29th March 2019.

• UK authorities come together in rallying call to government for sprinkler funding

  Birmingham City Council is leading a campaign for the Government to fund the retro-fitting of life-saving sprinklers in thousands of high-rise tower blocks across the country

  

  Published 27th March 2019.

• Iconic sculpture returned to Centenary Square

  Centenary Square in Birmingham has welcomed back its first piece of public art - an iconic sculpture, created to celebrate the work of the famous 18th century printer John Baskerville.

  

  Published 25th March 2019.

• Consultation on city centre order to be launched

  Birmingham City Council is asking people who live or work in or visit Birmingham to share their views on plans to introduce measures to tackle anti-social behaviour in the city centre.

  Published 21st March 2019.

• Statement on Birmingham mosque attacks

  Statement by Cllr John Cotton, Cabinet Member for Social Inclusion, Community Safety and Equalities, on the recent attacks on mosques across the city.

  Published 21st March 2019.

• Birmingham City Council and Birmingham and Solihull Women’s Aid launch new hub to tackle domestic violence and homelessness

  Today Birmingham City Council in partnership with Birmingham & Solihull Women’s Aid have opened a new domestic abuse hub that will provide support to those experiencing and fleeing domestic violence.

  

  Published 20th March 2019.

• Birmingham Independent Improvement Panel to step down

  After four years the Birmingham Independent Improvement Panel is to step down at the end of this month (March 2019).

  

  Published 18th March 2019.

• Settlement to end waste service dispute

  Heads of terms between the council and the unions Unite and Unison that will bring an end to the dispute within the city’s waste management service were approved by the council’s Cabinet (March 15).

  Published 15th March 2019.

• Response to New Zealand terror attack

  The following is a statement from Cllr John Cotton, Cabinet Member for Social Inclusion, Community Safety and Equalities on the New Zealand terror attack:

  Published 15th March 2019.

• Housing-led Ladywood regeneration - latest announcement at MIPIM

  Birmingham City Council has announced plans to engage with investor and development partners to deliver major housing-led regeneration of Ladywood

  

  Published 13th March 2019.

• Waste dispute update - March 8

  Proposed heads of terms between the council and Unite that would bring an end to the dispute within the city’s waste management service were presented to the council’s Cabinet today (March 8).

  Published 8th March 2019.

• Apprentices playing key role in Birmingham 2022 plans

  Apprentices are at the forefront of Birmingham City Council’s effort to deliver some of the key infrastructure projects that are needed for the 2022 Commonwealth Games.

  Published 7th March 2019.

• Statement on Parkfield School protests

  Cllr John Cotton, Cabinet Member for Social Inclusion, Community Safety and Equalities, has made the following statement regarding protests at Parkfield School.

  Published 7th March 2019.

• Duke of Sussex unveils Sousse and Bardo Memorial

  Ceremony takes place to mark the unveiling of memorial dedicated to 31 British nationals killed and those affected by two terrorist attacks in Tunisia in 2015.

  

  Published 4th March 2019.

• Druids Heath library update

  It has been confirmed that repairs to the heating system at Druids Heath library will start this week.

  Published 4th March 2019.

• Birmingham receives £485,845 boost to youth crime projects

  Birmingham City Council and Birmingham Children’s Trust were awarded £485,845 from the Government’s Supporting Families Against Youth Crime fund today (22 February).

  Published 22nd February 2019.

• Statement on chief operating officer

  Birmingham City Council’s Chief Operating Officer, Strategic Services, Angela Probert, has announced she left the authority after almost three years in post

  Published 19th February 2019.

• Consultation on draft new Travel Assist policy

  Councillor Kate Booth, cabinet member for children’s wellbeing, is encouraging people to take part in the Travel Assist policy consultation.

  

  Published 15th February 2019.

• Statement on Walsall Road Allotments

  The following is a statement in relation to recent reports on the future of Walsall Road Allotments in Perry Barr.

  Published 15th February 2019.

• Birmingham Municipal Housing Trust celebrates ten years, with ten more homes

  Birmingham Municipal Housing Trust (BMHT) is celebrating its ten year anniversary with the completion of ten new homes.

  

  Published 15th February 2019.

• New Director of Public Health appointed

  A national strategic advisor to Public Health England has been appointed as Director of Public Health at Birmingham City Council.

  

  Published 12th February 2019.

• Changes to bin collection contingency announced

  Changes are being made to the contingency plan drawn up for bin collections in Birmingham as industrial action continues.

  Published 12th February 2019.

• Birmingham announces major regeneration proposals for Ladywood

  Birmingham City Council has announced plans to take forward proposals for a housing led regeneration initiative for the Ladywood area.

  Published 12th February 2019.

• Further details of Perry Barr regeneration announced

  Proposals for the second phase of the regeneration of Perry Barr have been unveiled by Birmingham City Council today (February 11).

  Published 11th February 2019.

• Statement on equalities and relationships teaching in Birmingham schools

  Cllr John Cotton, cabinet member for community safety and equalities, has made the following statement on equalities teaching in Birmingham schools:

  Published 8th February 2019.

• Leafy milestone for Centenary Square

  The redevelopment of Birmingham’s Centenary Square reached a leafy milestone as work began to plant the first of the site’s trees.

  

  Published 5th February 2019.

• Perry Barr highways improvements help prepare area for the future

  A programme of highway infrastructure improvements at Perry Barr to support its regeneration are due before the city council’s Cabinet on February 12.

  Published 5th February 2019.

• Active Communities partnership awarded almost £10m for new scheme tackling inactivity

  An innovative partnership bringing organisations across Birmingham and Solihull together to help residents to be more active has been awarded £9.72m in National Lottery funding from Sport England.

  Published 4th February 2019.

• Birmingham’s lead on homelessness calls on government to urgently tackle policies to prevent homelessness

  Cllr Sharon Thompson, has today called on government to put greater focus into the prevention of homelessness and to begin to tackle some of the policies which cause homelessness.

  Published 31st January 2019.

• Holocaust Memorial Day 2019

  The Lord Mayor of Birmingham will lead the city’s Holocaust Memorial Day commemorations at the Council House on Sunday, January 27.

  

  Published 23rd January 2019.

• Enablement service update

  A report setting out proposed improvements to the city council's enablement service is to go before cabinet

  

  Published 21st January 2019.

• City communities connect with Birmingham Shakespeare heritage

  Community representatives from across Birmingham had a exciting preview of a major new project which will unlock the city’s forgotten Shakespearean heritage.

  

  Published 18th January 2019.

• Birmingham gives go-ahead for first modular home

  Today, 17 January 2019, Birmingham Municipal Housing Trust (BMHT), Birmingham City Council’s house-building arm, received planning permission to install its first modular home.

  

  Published 17th January 2019.

• Children’s services in Birmingham showing sustained improvement

  For the first time in over ten years children’s social care services in Birmingham have been judged as ‘requires improvement to be good’, following the publication of today’s Ofsted inspection result.

  Published 16th January 2019.

• Updated contingency plan for bin collections

  Changes are being made to the contingency plan drawn up for bin collections in Birmingham as industrial action continues.

  Published 16th January 2019.

• Empty property premium to help tackle city housing supply

  Efforts to tackle the city’s housing shortage are set to be boosted by a proposal due before Birmingham City Council’s Cabinet on January 22.

  Published 16th January 2019.

• New City of Sanctuary statement approved

  Birmingham City Council has today (15 January 2019) approved a new City of Sanctuary statement, extending its commitment to include migrants visiting, residing or working in the city.

  Published 15th January 2019.

• Statement - Cllr Majid Mahmood

  Cllr Majid Mahmood has resigned from his role as Cabinet Member for Clean Streets, Waste and Recycling.

  Published 15th January 2019.

• Council to consult on Clean Air Strategy for Birmingham

  Cabinet is set to agree the launch of a consultation seeking the city’s input into a wide-ranging strategy to help deliver cleaner air across the whole of Birmingham.

  Published 11th January 2019.

• Special Educational Needs and Disabilities update

  Joint local area SEND written statement of action published

  Published 10th January 2019.

• Law change alters waste management responsibilities for citizens

  Amendments to national laws mean residents who fail to take all reasonable measures to ensure they transfer waste to authorised carriers could face fixed penalty notices (FPNs) of £200.

  Published 9th January 2019.

• Waste collection contingency plans announced

  A contingency plan for waste collections has been finalised following the announcement from Unite regarding its intention to take industrial action within the council’s Waste Management service.

  Published 21st December 2018.

• Findings of independent review into 2017 waste management dispute

  An independent review into governance issues related to the 2017 waste management dispute has been published today (20 December 2018).

  Published 20th December 2018.

• Plans for Commonwealth Games Village are approved

  Birmingham’s preparations to host the 2022 Commonwealth Games sprinted ahead today (December 20) with the approval of the Planning Application for the residential element of the Athletes Village.

  Published 20th December 2018.

• House-building target exceeded in Birmingham

  The number of new homes built in Birmingham over the last three years has exceeded the annual targets by 108%, showing that confidence in the housing market in the city is continuing to improve.

  

  Published 12th December 2018.

• Councils come together to help rough sleepers this winter

  Local authorities across the West Midlands are committed to ensuring no one need sleep rough this winter

  

  Published 10th December 2018.

• Young people in Birmingham are making their mark

  Young people from schools across Birmingham have taken part in this year’s national Make Your Mark campaign, resulting in members of the Youth Parliament debating issues in the House of Commons

  

  Published 6th December 2018.

• Council revises its Business Charter to help construction industry workers

  An update to Birmingham City Council’s Social Value Policy and the Birmingham Business Charter for Social Responsibility, are set to go before Cabinet on December 11.

  Published 5th December 2018.

• Consultation on new Travel Assist policy

  A plan to consult on a new policy for home to school transport is to go before the city council’s cabinet

  Published 3rd December 2018.

• Rough sleeper count in Birmingham

  Last week in Birmingham, the Annual Rough Sleeper Count was undertaken

  

  Published 3rd December 2018.

• Update on Council response to Unite ballot plans

  The following is a statement from Birmingham City Council in response to plans from Unite the union to ballot its members in the waste management service with regards to possible strike action.

  Published 29th November 2018.

• Update on council-run day nurseries

  The city council is proposing to withdraw from operating its 14 remaining day nurseries.

  Published 29th November 2018.

• Consultation on the future of Birmingham's high streets

  Birmingham residents are being encouraged to take part in a public consultation on the future of the city’s high streets and shopping parades

  

  Published 29th November 2018.

• Principal contractor announced for Perry Barr development

  Birmingham City Council today announced the appointment of Lendlease Ltd as principal contractor for the Perry Barr regeneration development.

  Published 27th November 2018.

• Independent Brexit impact analysis

  Birmingham City Council commissioned an independent report to give the best possible indication of what leaving the EU could mean for the city and region.

  Published 22nd November 2018.

• New education and skills director appointed

  Birmingham City Council has appointed a Director for Education and Skills, Dr Tim O’Neill, currently Strategic Director for People (DCS and DASS) and Deputy Chief Executive at Rutland County Council

  

  Published 21st November 2018.

• Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market 2018

  The city’s internationally renowned Frankfurt Christmas Market opens next week.

  

  Published 7th November 2018.

• Birmingham remembers the fallen on First World War centenary

  Birmingham will fall silent on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, as the city remembers the fallen on Sunday - 100 years after the First World War ended.

  

  Published 7th November 2018.

• Ambitious plans unveiled for NEC campus

  Birmingham City Council and The NEC Group today unveiled ambitious plans for the development of the NEC Campus in Solihull with the launch of the NEC Masterplan

  

  Published 5th November 2018.

• Building stronger cities together

  UK City leaders meet in Birmingham to discuss extremism and build stronger cities

  

  Published 29th October 2018.

• Bringing Shakespeare alive for Birmingham communities

  National Lottery funding enables Birmingham to re-connect with ‘trailblazingly democratic’ Shakespeare heritage

  

  Published 25th October 2018.

• Croydon and Birmingham join forces over fire sprinkler funding call

  Birmingham City Council continued their call for Government to fund sprinklers in social housing nationwide after a visit today (Tuesday) to Croydon’s near-complete programme.

  

  Published 23rd October 2018.

• Hall Green fly-tipping incident costs man his van

  A Tipton man who was linked to a fly-tipping case in Hall Green earlier this year has been ordered to pay £3,620 and to forfeit his van by Birmingham Magistrates’ Court.

  Published 22nd October 2018.

• Birmingham 2022 venues plan confirms sporting showcase for region

  The Sport and Venue Programme for the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games was confirmed and celebrated today (Friday 19 October).

  Published 19th October 2018.

• Birmingham’s new Poet Laureate and Young Poet Laureate announced

  Richard O’Brien has been named as the new Birmingham Poet Laureate during a National Poetry Day event held at Royal Birmingham Conservatoire at Birmingham City University this evening (4 October).

  

  Published 4th October 2018.

• Book celebrating city's female achievers features stunning images by Birmingham artists

  A new book celebrating 30 inspirational Birmingham women has been brought to life by a stunning collection of portraits created by an all-female team of illustrators.

  

  Published 2nd October 2018.

• New exhibition remembers Birmingham’s First World War

  Birmingham’s role in the First World War and the impact it had on the city and wider West Midlands is the focus of a new exhibition which opens at the Library of Birmingham next month (5 October).

  

  Published 28th September 2018.

• Driver fined for transporting injured sheep

  Birmingham City Council's environment health team successfully prosecuted a Shropshire man for failing to transport an animal that was fit for the journey, at Birmingham Magistrates Court today (27/9)

  

  Published 27th September 2018.

• Officers seize more than 85,000 illegal cigarettes in raids across Birmingham

  Birmingham City Council’s trading standards officers seized illegal cigarettes worth more than £21,000 in a series of planned raids on on 25 and 26 September 2018.

  

  Published 27th September 2018.

• Waste management modernisation update - 17 September 2018

  The following is a statement on the latest news relating to the modernisation of Birmingham’s waste management service:

  Published 17th September 2018.

• Court orders kebab shop owner to pay £1,200 for waste offences

  The operator of an Acocks Green kebab house was yesterday (Sep 13) ordered to pay £1,200 by Birmingham Magistrates for flytipping and related offences after a case brought by Birmingham City Council.

  Published 14th September 2018.

• Joint local area SEND inspection in Birmingham

  Response to Ofsted and CQC local area SEND inspection in Birmingham

  Published 10th September 2018.

• Vote for your favourite park in the Green Flag People’s Choice Award

  The experts had their say and in July, 15 of Birmingham’s parks were awarded the prestigious Green Flag Award.

  

  Published 3rd September 2018.

• Cemetery extension opened at Sutton Coldfield site

  12,000 additional burial plots have today (3 September) been officially opened at Sutton New Hall Cemetery.

  

  Published 3rd September 2018.

• Landlord fined £37,111 for multiple housing regulation breaches

  On Thursday 30 August, David Greene, 64, of Brooke Lane, Billesley, has been prosecuted for numerous breaches of the House in Multiple Occupation Management Regulations.

  

  Published 31st August 2018.

• Elections form advisory note – 22 August 2018

  A Birmingham City Council spokesperson said: “We have been made aware today some Household Enquiry Forms for the London Borough of Ealing have gone out with return envelopes for Birmingham enclosed."

  Published 22nd August 2018.

• Family fun at the Lord Mayor’s Show

  This year’s Lord Mayor’s Show returns to Cannon Hill Park on Sunday 19 August with a fun-packed, family friendly event from 11am to 4pm. 

  

  Published 16th August 2018.

• Games Village planning application submitted

  Birmingham’s plans to host the 2022 Commonwealth Games stepped up another gear today with the submission of the Planning Application for the residential element of the Games Village.

  

  Published 16th August 2018.

• Book celebrating city women to be launched at Birmingham Literature Festival

  A new book created by and celebrating inspiring Birmingham women and their achievements will be launched at the 2018 Birmingham Literature Festival in October.

  

  Published 13th August 2018.

• Working together in Birmingham’s neighbourhoods – share your views

  Birmingham spans a broad and diverse range of neighbourhoods, which include hundreds of community groups and local organisations.

  

  Published 30th July 2018.

• Birmingham celebrates four years to go until the 2022 Commonwealth Games

  Today (Friday 27 July) marks four years to go until the start of the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.

  

  Published 27th July 2018.

• Birmingham shortlisted for Channel 4 headquarters

  Channel 4 (C4) has announced that Birmingham has made the final stage of the pitch process to host its new national HQ

  Published 24th July 2018.

• 3,000th new home built for Birmingham

  Birmingham City Council is celebrating the completion of the 3,000th home built through its award-winning house-building programme, Birmingham Municipal Housing Trust (BMHT).

  

  Published 23rd July 2018.

• Children's rights celebrated across Birmingham schools

  Birmingham schools, from nursery through to secondary, are embedding children’s rights into daily school life through the Unicef Rights Respecting School Award.

  

  Published 13th July 2018.

• Have your say on community cohesion in city

  Simplistic analysis of community cohesion in Birmingham fails to recognise the complexity of a super-diverse city according to the Cabinet Member with responsibility for the topic.

  Published 6th July 2018.

• Birmingham 2022 Chair is appointed

  The Prime Minister has appointed John Crabtree OBE as the Chair of the 2022 Commonwealth Games Organising Committee.

  Published 6th July 2018.

• Average speed camera plan for Middleway corridor

  Plans are being drawn up to install average speed enforcement cameras along a stretch of road in Birmingham where six people lost their lives last year.

  Published 5th July 2018.

• Helping young people into adulthood

  A plan to support and improve the outcomes of young people with additional needs has been approved by the city council’s cabinet

  Published 29th June 2018.

• Birmingham City Council publishes Kerslake Stocktake report

  Birmingham City Council today publishes an Improvement Stocktake Report outlining the current position in relation to it achieving the improvements recommended by Lord Kerslake in December 2014

  Published 29th June 2018.

• A hat trick of housing heroes are recognised in Birmingham

  Birmingham City Council (BCC) is celebrating after a highly successful evening at the prestigious 2018 Housing Heroes Awards in Manchester last night.

  

  Published 26th June 2018.

• Sports playing pitch strategy is published

  Protecting the existing supply of sports playing pitches, enhancing them and providing extra new sites wherever possible are the key themes underpinning a new strategy to promote sport at all levels.

  Published 22nd June 2018.

• Cabinet member wants to red card domestic abuse

  Statement from Cllr Tristan Chatfield, Cabinet Member for Social Inclusion, Community Safety and Equalities on domestic abuse during the World Cup.

  

  Published 18th June 2018.

• Children's social care in Birmingham makes further progress

  An Ofsted report has found Birmingham Children’s Trust ‘has made further progress in improving the quality of services for young people leaving care'.

  Published 8th June 2018.

• Birmingham secures nearly £1m funding to boost integration

  Birmingham City Council has received a share of the £19 million funding pot, in the latest allocation from the Controlling Migration Fund (CMF), announced today (8 June 2018).

  Published 8th June 2018.

• New Lord Mayor to support health and wellbeing charities

  Birmingham’s new Lord Mayor, Cllr Yvonne Mosquito, has taken up office after the Mayor Making ceremony at the Council House.

  

  Published 23rd May 2018.

• City pupils to open Windrush exhibition at the Library of Birmingham

  Birmingham school children will meet members of the Windrush generation, as they open a community exhibition marking the 70th anniversary of Empire Windrush’s arrival in Britain, this week.

  Published 21st May 2018.

• RAF Cosford to receive the Freedom of the City

  RAF Cosford will receive the Freedom of the City of Birmingham during a special ceremony in Victoria Square on Saturday (19 May 2018).

  

  Published 15th May 2018.

• Response to CQC report into Birmingham health and social care

  The Care Quality Commission (CQC) today published its local system review into how local health and social care systems work together in Birmingham.

  Published 10th May 2018.

• Housing Secretary James Brokenshire awards funding to West Midlands to reduce rough sleeping

  The West Midlands is set to launch a new pilot to support rough sleepers off the streets and into affordable accommodation, Housing Secretary Rt Hon James Brokenshire MP has announced today.

  

  Published 9th May 2018.

• Birmingham’s new Wholesale Market opens for business

  A new chapter for Birmingham’s Wholesale Market began today (8 May 2018), as the traders’ new purpose-built home in Witton opened for business.

  

  Published 8th May 2018.

• Award-winning approach to repairs and maintenance

  Birmingham City Council and Wates Living Space are celebrating after winning a prestigious national award.

  

  Published 4th May 2018.

• Commonwealth Games will boost jobs and investment in Birmingham – public poll

  Birmingham residents overwhelmingly back the Commonwealth Games coming to the city in 2022, according to a new survey.

  Published 27th April 2018.

• Rogue landlord ordered to pay ground-breaking fine

  Leila Amjadi, aged 33, of Sutton Coldfield, was yesterday found guilty at Birmingham Magistrates Court of 35 House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) offences.

  

  Published 19th April 2018.

• Join Gold Coast medallists – and try top sports – at Birmingham’s “Homecoming” event 

  Public invited to join the celebrations as Birmingham hosts a 'Homecoming' celebration for Team England Gold Coast Commonwealth Games stars

  

  Published 17th April 2018.

• Birmingham City Council Appoints Project Director for Birmingham 2022 from Gold Coast 2018

  One of the key figures delivering the 2018 Commonwealth Games has been appointed to the Project Director role for Birmingham 2022 within Birmingham City Council

  Published 17th April 2018.

• Local elections: Statements of Persons Nominated

  Statements of Persons Nominated for the local elections in Birmingham and Sutton Coldfield next month.

  Published 9th April 2018.

• Lord Mayor visiting Australia to build Commonwealth bridges

  Lord Mayor of Birmingham, Cllr Anne Underwood has today (April 8) arrived in Queensland to represent the city at the Handover Ceremony at the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games.

  Published 7th April 2018.

• Refurbished Sutton Coldfield library to open on 3 April

  The refurbished Sutton Coldfield town centre library, incorporating the Little Green Bookworm play café, is to open on 3 April

  Published 29th March 2018.

• Landlord fined £25,000 for breaching housing regulations in Stockland Green

  Anthony Freeman, aged 58 of Sutton Coldfield, has pleaded guilty to failure to obtain a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) Licence and numerous breaches of the HMO Management Regulations.

  Published 29th March 2018.

• Birmingham children's services continue to improve

  An Ofsted report following a fourth monitoring visit of children’s services has found Birmingham City Council is maintaining progress already made with ‘further improvement evident in specific areas'

  

  Published 29th March 2018.

• Former council employee ordered to repay £20,000 in compensation

  Birmingham City Council has supported the successful prosecution of a former housing officer for fraud under the Proceeds of Crime Act.

  Published 28th March 2018.

• Cross-party statement ahead of Football Lads Alliance protest

  There is no place in Birmingham for hatred or intolerance.

  Published 22nd March 2018.

• It's the Big Birmingham Bikes giveaway

  2,000 bright orange bikes have been given away as part of the wider Birmingham Cycle Revolution

  

  Published 20th March 2018.

• Bid for funds to further improve cycle safety

  Cycling safety in Birmingham will receive a further boost if the city council is successful in its bid for £1.6m cycle safety funding for the Birmingham Cycle Revolution scheme from government.

  Published 19th March 2018.

• Spoken word artist confirmed as part of Birmingham 2022 handover line-up

  Birmingham based spoken word artist Amerah Saleh is confirmed today as taking part in the official Birmingham 2022 handover ceremony on Sunday 15 April 2018.

  Published 19th March 2018.

• Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market wins top award

  Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market has been named as the Best Outdoor Event in the city, by readers of What’s On, it was announced today (16 March).

  Published 16th March 2018.

• Make a pledge and support National Child Sexual Exploitation Awareness Day

  Show your support for national child sexual exploitation awareness day (Sunday March 18) by making a personal pledge to help tackle this horrific crime.

  

  Published 13th March 2018.

• City’s first female councillor honoured on International Women’s Day

  Birmingham’s first female councillor was honoured today (8 March) by having a room at the Council House dedicated in her name.

  

  Published 8th March 2018.

• 2,022 young people needed for Commonwealth Games handover ceremony

  Plans are under way for the official Birmingham 2022 handover ceremony on 15 April, which will see young people from the city perform as part of the Closing Ceremony of Gold Coast Commonwealth Games.

  Published 7th March 2018.

• City stages record-breaking IAAF World Indoor Championships

  The hugely successful 17th IAAF World Indoor Championships was staged in Birmingham last weekend and it included four days of thrilling athletics action at Arena Birmingham.

  Published 6th March 2018.

• School closures - Friday 2 March

  As a result of the current snow and freezing weather, all local authority schools, city council-run day nurseries and related transport services will not operate on Friday 2 March.

  Published 1st March 2018.

• Birmingham to welcome a new generation, says Coe

  Birmingham will welcome a new generation of athletics fans at the IAAF World Indoor Championships with over half of spectators watching the sport live for the first time, IAAF President Seb Coe said.

  

  Published 1st March 2018.

• £20.22 ticket offer for Gymnastics World Cup at Arena Birmingham

  Birmingham City Council and British Gymnastics are celebrating the 2022 Commonwealth Games coming to Birmingham with a special ticket offer for subscribers to the council’s Birmingham Bulletin.

  Published 1st March 2018.

• Secondary school transfer - offers at 1 March 2018

  Pupils will today find out which secondary school they will attend in September

  Published 28th February 2018.

• Freedom of the City for Royal Marines

  The Royal Marines received the Freedom of the City of Birmingham during a special ceremony in Victoria Square today (24 February).

  

  Published 24th February 2018.

• Birmingham at the heart of investment opportunities showcase

  Midlands UK event programme to showcase investment opportunities on the world stage at MIPIM 2018

  

  Published 20th February 2018.

• On Valentine's Day, Birmingham proves it loves sport

  In March Birmingham will once again prove that it loves sport when the city hosts three major sports events in three Commonwealth sports, all in one venue - Arena Birmingham.

  Published 14th February 2018.

• Commonwealth Games Village to provide housing legacy

  The transformation of north-west Birmingham will be significantly accelerated thanks to the housing legacy from the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.

  Published 13th February 2018.

• City announces plans to celebrate women’s vote centenary

  A century on from the first women being given the vote, Birmingham City Council today revealed its plans for a series of events and projects to mark this important anniversary.

  

  Published 6th February 2018.

• Working together to tackle domestic abuse

  Councillor Paulette Hamilton, cabinet member for health and social care, talks about why tackling domestic abuse is everyone’s business.

  Published 6th February 2018.

• Garden Waste service 2018

  Subscriptions for this year’s Birmingham City Council garden waste collection service are now available.

  Published 2nd February 2018.

• Sandwell announces preferred site for Aquatics Centre

  Sandwell Council today (23 January 2018) announced Londonderry Playing Fields, Smethwick as its preferred site for the new build Aquatics Centre for the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.

  Published 23rd January 2018.

• Holocaust Memorial Day event - January 28

  The Lord Mayor of Birmingham will lead the city’s Holocaust Memorial Day commemorations at the Council House on Sunday, January 28.

  Published 22nd January 2018.

• Response to care workers' strike

  Councillor Paulette Hamilton, cabinet member for health and social care, responds to the announcement that care workers are to strike over vital changes to our enablement service

  Published 19th January 2018.

• Children's social care in Birmingham continues to improve

  An Ofsted report following a third visit to examine the progress of children’s services has found Birmingham City Council ‘is making continued progress’ and the quality of social work has improved.

  Published 19th January 2018.

• A trio of unrelated city food firms fined

  Three Birmingham food firms were ordered to pay nearly £9,000 at Birmingham Magistrates Court today (18 January 2018).

  Published 18th January 2018.

• Call for support following Carillion collapse

  Birmingham City Council has called on the Government to ensure that the Carillion collapse does not slow the pace of economic regeneration in Birmingham

  Published 17th January 2018.

• Stechford’s new leisure centre is now open

  Is your new year’s resolution to get fit and active? If you live in east Birmingham there’s a great incentive with the opening of the brand new Stechford Leisure Centre on Station Road.

  Published 9th January 2018.

• Refuse collection update - 5 January 2018

  The following is an update on the recovery plan to catch up with recent missed bin collections in the city:

  Published 5th January 2018.

• Sutton Coldfield Library improvement work set to start next month

  Work to improve Sutton Coldfield Library is due to start on January 15 in response to public demand for a service to be retained locally.

  Published 29th December 2017.

• Missed bin collections - 29 December 2017 update

  The following is a statement on recent missed bin collections in parts of Birmingham in recent weeks:

  Published 29th December 2017.

• Christmas tree recycling service at four city parks

  Anyone with a real Christmas tree that is no longer needed as the festive season comes to an end can recycle it thanks to the help of Birmingham City Council.

  Published 29th December 2017.

• Commonwealth Games Federation selects Birmingham as Host City Partner of the 2022 Commonwealth Games

  The Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) today announced that it has selected Birmingham, England as the host city partner of the XXII Commonwealth Games in 2022.

  

  Published 21st December 2017.

• Festive partygoers: Be safe, book your taxi home

  With the festive party season now in full swing, Birmingham City Council is encouraging Christmas revellers to stay safe and pre-book their taxis.

  

  Published 20th December 2017.

• Pupils enjoy a festive trip to the Frankfurt Christmas Market

  Pupils from Mayfield School enjoyed free rides on the Victorian carousel at the Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market earlier today (13 December 2017).

  

  Published 13th December 2017.

• Update on missed bins from 11-12 December 2017

  The recovery plan to deal with missed bin collections during the recent adverse weather on December 11-12 has been announced.

  Published 12th December 2017.

• New chief executive confirmed

  Dawn Baxendale, currently chief executive at Southampton City Council, has been confirmed as the new chief executive at Birmingham City Council

  Published 11th December 2017.

• Bin collections - 12 December 2017

  The following is a statement on plans for Birmingham's refuse collection service tomorrow (Tuesday 12 December 2017) as the adverse weather is forecast to continue.

  Published 11th December 2017.

• School closures - Tuesday 12 December 2017

  The following is a statement on the decision to allow schools to make their own decision on any closures tomorrow (Tuesday 12 December 2017).

  Published 11th December 2017.

• Bin collections suspended - 11 December 2017

  The following is a statement about the safety-related suspension of bin collections in Birmingham tomorrow (Monday 11 December 2017).

  Published 10th December 2017.

• School closures - Monday 11 December

  As a result of the current snow and freezing weather, all city council-run schools and related transport services will not operate on Monday 11 December.

  Published 10th December 2017.

• Christmas waste collection plan 2017 is confirmed

  Residents in Birmingham are being reminded of this year’s Christmas and new year waste collection arrangements, as the festive season nears.

  

  Published 8th December 2017.

• Change into Action - new ways to help rough sleepers

  An alternative giving campaign launched today (Friday 8 December) to help people sleeping rough in Birmingham.

  

  Published 8th December 2017.

• Birmingham and Solihull blazing trail on sports and activity

  Birmingham and Solihull has been chosen by Sport England as a pilot area to work with on a bold new approach to build healthier, more active communities across England.

  Published 5th December 2017.

• Doing things differently to prevent homelessness

  Cabinet will be asked to approve a new strategy for homelessness prevention on 12 December.

  Published 4th December 2017.

• Birmingham looks to Asia for post-Brexit investment

  City attracts £300m investment from Hong Kong creating over 1,000 new homes.

  Published 29th November 2017.

• Statement on agreed Waste Management proposal

  The following is a statement from the Leader of Birmingham City Council on the proposal to modernise waste management services, now agreed by both Cabinet and members of Unite the union:

  Published 25th November 2017.

• Family Day discounts at Frankfurt Christmas Market

  Visitors to Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market will be able to get discounts on a wide range of food and gifts, as part of Family Day on Sunday (19 November).

  

  Published 16th November 2017.

• Youth Promise Plus on High Speed to success

  “I would recommend Youth Promise Plus to other young people in my situation – using www.cog-brum.co.uk opened up access to so many opportunities that I never knew existed.”

  

  Published 13th November 2017.

• Lord Mayor to open city’s Frankfurt Christmas Market

  Birmingham’s internationally renowned Frankfurt Christmas Market returns to the city for five weeks from next week.

  

  Published 9th November 2017.

• New database to help Brummies discover their roots

  A digital database, containing around 1.5 million burial and cremation records, has been launched to help families trace their Birmingham ancestors.

  

  Published 9th November 2017.

• Arts minister visits the Library of Birmingham

  The Library of Birmingham’s role in supporting innovation and creativity was praised during a visit by the Government’s arts minister earlier today (8 November 2017).

  

  Published 8th November 2017.

• Council and Capita announce a flexible ICT partnership proposal

  The city council and Capita's proposal is due to go to Cabinet on 14 November.

  Published 7th November 2017.

• Statement in relation to an event organised by the Muslim Engagement and Development (MEND) campaigning group

  Birmingham City Council is aware that an event has been organised by MEND to debate the issues relating to the Trojan Horse events of a few years ago.

  Published 3rd November 2017.

• Statement on New York attack

  The following is a statement from Cllr Anne Underwood, Lord Mayor of Birmingham, after yesterday's terror attack in New York City.

  Published 1st November 2017.

• Partners working together on city's Christmas safety

  Birmingham City Council is working in partnership with West Midlands Police and traders from the Frankfurt Christmas Market to install security measures ahead of this year’s festivities.

  

  Published 26th October 2017.

• New signs warn fly-tippers they are being watched

  New signs warning potential fly-tippers of Birmingham City Council’s approach to the problem are being rolled out at hotspot sites across the city.

  

  Published 23rd October 2017.

• Birmingham named as one of Britain’s smartest cities

  Birmingham is one of Britain’s top 10 smartest cities in the second UK Smart Cities Index, commissioned by Huawei UK and conducted by Navigant Consulting

  Published 23rd October 2017.

• New dog control measures introduce tougher fines

  New dog control Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) come into effect across Birmingham today (20 October 2017), with increased fines for dog owners who fail to control or pick up after their pets.

  Published 20th October 2017.

• Christmas is coming to Brum

  Christmas in Birmingham is just four weeks away, with the Frankfurt Christmas Market, big wheel and ice rink returning to the city next month.

  

  Published 19th October 2017.

• Improvements to Birmingham children's services continue

  An Ofsted report following a second monitoring visit of children's services this year has found Birmingham City Council 'is continuing to make progress’ and the quality of social work has improved

  Published 19th October 2017.

• Employer and landlord fined after employee falls through skylight 

  Two Birmingham businesses were fined a total of  £14,000 after a woman fell through a skylight during a rooftop photo shoot, at Birmingham Magistrates Court yesterday (16 October 2017).

  Published 17th October 2017.

• Fishmonger fined after employee falls from height

  A Birmingham fishmongers has been ordered to pay £13,255 after an employee fell 2.5m (8.2ft) out of a delivery hatch in June 2016, at Birmingham Magistrates Court yesterday (16 October 2017).

  Published 17th October 2017.

• New early years service for Birmingham families

  “To give every child in Birmingham an equal chance to have the best start in life so they can achieve their full potential

  Published 16th October 2017.

• Response to High Court judgement

  Birmingham City Council response to Al Hijrah school court ruling

  Published 13th October 2017.

• Birmingham City Council website wins two Lovie Awards

  Birmingham City Council has won a Gold award and a People’s Choice award at the Lovies, Europe’s leading awards organisation honouring excellence in design and user experience on the internet.

  Published 12th October 2017.

• Birmingham Design Guide to inspire innovation in development

  Birmingham City Council has launched the first stage in the production of a comprehensive design guide for the city that will help steer all future development

  

  Published 5th October 2017.

• Preparations "on track for an amazing" World Indoors

  Following a visit to Birmingham last week, the IAAF is confident the preparations of the Local Organising Committee (LOC) are on track to host an amazing IAAF World Indoor Championships Birmingham.

  Published 4th October 2017.

• Trader ordered to pay £85,726 for selling illicit tobacco

  A Birmingham trader, who was found to have illicit tobacco in his shop, has been ordered to pay £85,726 at Birmingham Crown Court today (3 October 2017).

  

  Published 3rd October 2017.

• Council renews support for Faith Covenant

  Birmingham’s Faith Covenant has today (October 3) been formally signed by Cllr Tristan Chatfield - the city council Cabinet Member for Transparency, Openness and Equality.

  Published 3rd October 2017.

• Jonathan Tew appointed as Assistant Chief Executive

  Jonathan Tew has been appointed as Assistant Chief Executive of Birmingham City Council and will take up his post in January 2018.

  Published 3rd October 2017.

• Government confirms Birmingham bid for the Commonwealth Games 2022

  The Interim Leader of Birmingham City Council has welcomed the news that the Government is backing Birmingham to be the UK’s official candidate city for the 2022 Commonwealth Games.

  

  Published 29th September 2017.

• Student wins Zero Hero challenge with selfie-themed video

  With Freshers’ Week underway, one student who began the term with an impressive start was Alexander Deiry of Birmingham City University, who scooped a big prize of £500 worth of Amazon vouchers.

  Published 28th September 2017.

• Ban on encampments extended to fifth city park

  Birmingham City Council has added a fifth site to an injunction banning encampments from moving onto several city parks until July 2019.

  Published 27th September 2017.

• Lessons will be learned after Velo Birmingham success

  Cllr Ian Ward, Interim Leader of Birmingham City Council, says lessons will be learned from the first ever Velo Birmingham event on Sunday (September 24).

  Published 26th September 2017.

• Response to High Court hearing on waste management

  The following is a statement after today’s High Court ruling relating to the future of the city’s waste management service:

  Published 20th September 2017.

• Response to latest Birmingham Independent Improvement Panel letter

  Birmingham City Council responds to the Birmingham Independent Improvement Panel's latest letter to the Communities Secretary.

  Published 19th September 2017.

• Latest Secretary of State response to Improvement Panel

  The Rt Hon Sajid Javid MP, Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government, has written a response to a letter he received from the Birmingham Independent Improvement Panel on August 4.

  Published 11th September 2017.

• Statement from Cllr John Clancy

  The following is a statement issued by Cllr John Clancy this afternoon (September 11):

  Published 11th September 2017.

• Council House complex and BM&AG feasibility study

  A contractor-led design team has been appointed to conduct a feasibility study into a major modernisation of the Council House complex & Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery

  Published 7th September 2017.

• Birmingham welcomes Commonwealth Games decision

  Birmingham today (7 September 2017) welcomed the decision by the Commonwealth Games Delivery Unit (CGDU) to recommend it as a Candidate City to host the 2022 Commonwealth Games.

  

  Published 7th September 2017.

• 22 reasons Birmingham should host the 2022 Commonwealth Games

  With the decision due soon as to whether an English Bid for the 2022 Commonwealth Games the Birmingham bid team has compiled a list of 22 reasons why the city should be selected.

  

  Published 5th September 2017.

• Drive to get more men into social work

  Social work charity Frontline has launched a recruitment campaign to attract more men into social work

  Published 4th September 2017.

• Update on waste collection service plan - August 31

  In order to protect its legal and financial position, the council is issuing redundancy notices to the Grade 3 Leading Hands in the refuse service – as approved by Cabinet on 27 June.

  Published 31st August 2017.

• Birmingham Weekender encapsulates spirit of cultural programme for 2022 bid

  Just 22 days ahead of Birmingham’s largest arts festival, Birmingham Weekender (from 22 – 24 September), the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games bid team unveils its cultural programme for the Games.

  Published 31st August 2017.

• Business backing for 2022 Games bid

  The Birmingham 2022 bid team today unveiled its plans to showcase the best of UK industry and business to a global audience, as part of its 2022 Commonwealth Games bid.

  

  Published 25th August 2017.

• Flytipper jailed for dumping waste across Brum

  Two Birmingham men who ran an unlicensed waste collection service received prison sentences totalling 40 months after admitting to 16 offences at Birmingham Crown Court today (23 August 2017).

  

  Published 23rd August 2017.

• Stars of screen and sport back the bid

  Hollywood stars Julie Walters and David Harewood are joining with over 60 top sports stars to back Birmingham’s bid for the 2022 Commonwealth Games.

  

  Published 23rd August 2017.

• Birmingham boosts 2022 Bid with Baton visit

  The Queen’s Baton Relay will visit Birmingham on Sunday (August 20).

  

  Published 18th August 2017.

• Library of Birmingham hosts Lok Virsa festival

  A colourful one-day arts festival celebrating South Asian heritage is being staged at the Library of Birmingham next week.

  

  Published 18th August 2017.

• Leamington Spa bowled over to be part of Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games Bid

  Home of Bowls England and the English National Bowls Championships, has been revealed as the Lawn Bowls and Para Lawn Bowls venue for Birmingham’s 2022 Bid.

  Published 18th August 2017.

• Hajj travel firm and director ordered to pay £43,000

  A travel firm offering Hajj and Umrah trips and its director were ordered to pay £43,000 - after being convicted last year for misleading customers - at Birmingham Crown Court today (17 August 2017).

  Published 17th August 2017.

• Eurostar arrives in Brum as training for National College for High Speed Rail

  Birmingham today welcomed a symbol of the city's and region’s future employment prospects with the delivery of a newly refurbished Eurostar power car.

  

  Published 17th August 2017.

• Birmingham marks 70 years of Indian and Pakistan independence

  A series of events are taking place across Birmingham this week to mark the 70th anniversary of India’s and Pakistan’s independence

  

  Published 14th August 2017.

• Paper and card recycling South Yardley

  To ensure paper and cardboard can be recycled during the ongoing industrial dispute, the council has teamed up with Smurfit Kappa to offer a kerbside service to residents in South Yardley ward.

  Published 14th August 2017.

• Basketball and Urban Street Festival at heart of Birmingham’s bid

  Birmingham’s Victoria Square would transform into a sporting and cultural landmark for the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.

  

  Published 10th August 2017.

• Villa Park: Spectacular 2022 venue

  Rugby 7s is a fantastic showcase of sport, demonstrating energy, skill and passion, with both players and fans actively engaging in the game.

  

  Published 8th August 2017.

• Paper and card recycling in Sutton Trinity

  To ensure paper and cardboard can be recycled during the ongoing industrial dispute, the council has teamed up with Smurfit Kappa to offer a trial kerbside service to residents in Sutton Trinity ward.

  Published 7th August 2017.

• Birmingham Repertory Theatre and Library of Birmingham announce joint conferencing and events venture

  Birmingham Repertory Theatre and the Library of Birmingham have today (7 August 2017) announced a joint conferencing and events venture, Unique Venues Birmingham (UVB).

  

  Published 7th August 2017.

• Response to Birmingham Independent Improvement Panel letter

  The Leader of Birmingham City Council responds to the latest letter from the Independent Improvement Panel

  Published 4th August 2017.

• Birmingham Independent Improvement Panel publishes letter to DCLG

  The Birmingham Independent Improvement Panel today published a letter to the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government reporting on Birmingham City Council's improvement progress

  Published 4th August 2017.

• Search for developer to transform Birmingham Smithfield begins

  The search for a development partner to lead one of the largest city centre regeneration opportunities in Europe has formally commenced

  

  Published 3rd August 2017.

• Books of Remembrance relocated to Library of Birmingham

  Books of Remembrance previously housed in the Hall of Memory can now be viewed on the ground floor of the Library of Birmingham.

  Published 2nd August 2017.

• Young athletes back Brum bid

  Five talented young Midlands athletes from a range of sports gathered in Birmingham yesterday (July 31) to reveal why they are backing Birmingham’s 2022 Commonwealth Games bid.

  

  Published 1st August 2017.

• US athletics stars take part in city Sports Festival

  To coincide with USA Track and Field’s training camp in Birmingham, a community sports festival took place in the city’s Perry Park.

  Published 31st July 2017.

• American and Jamaican athletes attend Civic Service at Birmingham Cathedral

  Athletes, coaches and staff from USA Track & Field (USATF) and the Jamaican Track and Field team were invited to a special civic service, which was held at Birmingham Cathedral on Saturday (29 July).

  

  Published 30th July 2017.

• USA Track & Field back in Birmingham ahead of IAAF World Championships

  More than 150 athletes, officials and staff representing USA Track & Field (USATF) are staying in Birmingham at the end of July, ahead of the IAAF World Championships.

  

  Published 28th July 2017.

• Birmingham 2022 Bid celebrates a summer of sporting success

  It has been an incredible summer of sport for Midlands athletes, coinciding with Birmingham’s bid for the 2022 Commonwealth Games.

  

  Published 28th July 2017.

• City work on extremism honoured in the USA

  As part of the latest phase of an information sharing project on how to better tackle extremism, the City and County of Denver has proclaimed this week as Birmingham PREVENT Violence Week.

  Published 25th July 2017.

• Tackling Brum’s housing shortage with creative thinking

  Cabinet has approved a raft of measures to address the housing shortage in Birmingham today (Tuesday 25 July) with three specialist housing reports.

  Published 25th July 2017.

• Birmingham Archives and Collections achieves national accreditation

  Birmingham Archives and Collections, based at the Library of Birmingham, has been awarded Archive Service Accreditation by The National Archives today (20 July 2017).

  Published 20th July 2017.

• Brendan Foster joins Birmingham 2022 Bid team

  Commonwealth Champion and legendary long-distance athlete, Brendan Foster CBE, is today announced as the latest addition to the Birmingham 2022 Bid team.

  

  Published 19th July 2017.

• Encampments banned from city parks for two years

  Birmingham City Council has successfully gained two injunctions banning encampments from moving onto four city parks and recreation grounds until July 2019.

  Published 18th July 2017.

• Green Flag success for Birmingham parks and crematoria

  It’s official – Birmingham has 17 of Britain’s best green spaces.

  

  Published 18th July 2017.

• Library of Birmingham to set up partnership with The REP

  A report outlining plans for the Library of Birmingham and the Birmingham Repertory Theatre (The REP) to develop a commercial partnership is set to be approved by Cabinet next week (Tuesday, 25 July 2

  Published 17th July 2017.

• Travel agents targeted in Hajj fraud operation

  Trading Standards officers and the City Of London Police have visited travel agents across Birmingham that were identified as potentially selling unlicensed package tours to Mecca.

  Published 14th July 2017.

• West Midlands region to benefit from 2022 Games bid

  Following the Commonwealth Games Development Unit (CGDU) visit to Birmingham this week, the 2022 bid team can now announce three further sports and venues benefitting the wider West Midlands region.

  

  Published 14th July 2017.

• Plans for a rating scheme for private hire firms

  Private hire firms in Birmingham could be rated in a similar way to food businesses if a new ratings scheme is approved, subject to consultation with the trade.

  

  Published 13th July 2017.

• Statement: Jamaican team returns to University of Birmingham

  Cllr Ian Ward, Deputy Leader of Birmingham City Council, welcomes the University of Birmingham's announcement that the Jamaican Track & Field team are returning to the city.

  

  Published 13th July 2017.

• University of Birmingham backs 2022 Games bid

  Birmingham 2022 today announces its partnership with University of Birmingham for its 2022 Commonwealth Games Bid.

  

  Published 5th July 2017.

• Building great homes, creating great places – Birmingham leads the way

  Birmingham City Council has today (July 5) launched its new housing pamphlet – “Building great homes, creating great places – Birmingham leads the way”.

  

  Published 5th July 2017.

• Images of rejuvenated Alexander Stadium released

  Images of what a revamped Alexander Stadium could look like if Birmingham hosts the 2022 Commonwealth Games have been revealed.

  

  Published 30th June 2017.

• Arts Council funding for city's cultural sector

  Arts Council England (ACE) has announced £88.7 million investment in Birmingham's cultural sector - with funding for 37 arts organisations across the city.

  

  Published 29th June 2017.

• IAAF World Indoor mascot revealed

  Ruby the Red Panda, the official mascot for the IAAF World Indoor Championships Birmingham 2018, has been unveiled with the help of World Championship 1500m silver medallist, Hannah England.

  

  Published 28th June 2017.

• Plans to modernise waste services announced

  A report to Birmingham City Council’s Cabinet on June 27 has set out plans for a modern refuse service.

  Published 27th June 2017.

• City reveals world-class indoor arenas for 2022 Commonwealths bid

  Birmingham today reveals four indoor arenas in the Birmingham and Solihull area that will play a pivotal role in delivering its Commonwealth Games 2022 bid.

  

  Published 26th June 2017.

• Council to fit sprinklers in tower blocks

  Birmingham City Council’s residential tower blocks are to be fitted with sprinkler systems and other fire suppression measures following the Grenfell Tower tragedy in London.

  Published 22nd June 2017.

• Coalition to explore how to keep Moseley Pool open

  Cabinet will be asked to keep Moseley Road Pool open until 31 March 2018 – to give more time for community organisations to prepare plans for its future use.

  Published 22nd June 2017.

• Council and Capita announce flexible partnership proposal

  Birmingham City Council and Capita have jointly developed and agreed a new and more flexible four-year partnership proposal that will deliver £43 million of savings by 2020/21.

  Published 22nd June 2017.

• Bids to Young Active Travel Trust invited

  Organisations with ideas on how to encourage parents and pupils to reduce school car journeys are being invited to bid for funds from the Birmingham Young Active Travel Trust.

  Published 22nd June 2017.

• Statement on Paul Dransfield

  Paul Dransfield has announced he is set to leave Birmingham City Council after 10 years, and a previous 23 years in the Midlands.

  Published 21st June 2017.

• City unveils vision and logo for 2022 Commonwealth Games

  Birmingham's Commonwealth Games Steering Group has submitted its Preliminary Questionnaire response for bidding to host the 2022 Commonwealth Games to the DCMS

  

  Published 19th June 2017.

• Birmingham scoops another award for Rowland Emett tribute

  Birmingham City Council has scooped Platinum – and the Geoff Hamilton award for the best exhibit in the floral category – at this year’s Gardeners’ World Live Show at the NEC.

  Published 15th June 2017.

• Birmingham tower blocks statement

  The following is a statement on Birmingham’s tower blocks following today’s tragic incident in London:

  Published 15th June 2017.

• Don’t bring fish to public pools – “it’s not fair on the fish”

  Anglers and fish owners are being asked not to bring fish to public pools as Birmingham City Council takes steps to remove fish from Shenley Fields pool after 150 fish died there.

  Published 15th June 2017.

• National Clean Air Day activities confirmed

  Details of activities taking place across Birmingham for the first ever National Clean Air Day have been confirmed.

  

  Published 9th June 2017.

• City sandwich bar fined £35,000 for mice activity

  A Birmingham sandwich bar was ordered to pay £35,000 after being found guilty of three offences under the Food Safety and Hygiene (England) Regulations 2013, at Birmingham Magistrates Court today.

  Published 8th June 2017.

• Birmingham’s response to the attacks in London

  Update 5 June: There will be a national one minute silence tomorrow, Tuesday 6 June at 11am in memory of those who lost their lives in the attacks in London on Saturday evening.

  Published 6th June 2017.

• Lord Mayor’s Awards 2017

  Each year the Lord Mayor of Birmingham invites nominations for the Lord Mayor’s Awards and this year the outgoing Lord Mayor, Cllr Carl Rice, now the new Deputy Lord Mayor – presented four awards

  Published 26th May 2017.

• Birmingham brings back sixth Gold from Chelsea

  Birmingham City Council has scooped Gold at the Chelsea Flower Show for the sixth year running, in the floral category, with a display that celebrates the work of Rowland Emett OBE

  Published 26th May 2017.

• New Lord Mayor to support Dementia UK and Whizz Kidz

  Birmingham’s new Lord Mayor – Cllr Anne Underwood – has taken up office after the Mayor Making ceremony which took place at the Council House on Tuesday (23 May).

  Published 26th May 2017.

• National Clean Air Day in Birmingham

  Employers, schools and communities in Birmingham are being urged to get involved in the first ever National Clean Air Day next month.

  

  Published 25th May 2017.

• UK threat level changed from severe to critical

  Members of the public should always remain alert to the danger of terrorism and report any suspicious activity to the police on 999 or the anti-terrorist hotline: 0800 789 321.

  Published 24th May 2017.

• Joint Group Leaders' statement

  Joint Group Leaders' statement following attack in Manchester.

  

  Published 23rd May 2017.

• Fundraising agreement comes into effect in Birmingham

  Birmingham City Council and the Institute of Fundraising (IoF) have agreed to launch a street fundraising agreement for the city, which comes into effect from today (2 May 2017).

  Published 2nd May 2017.

• Evening session added to World Indoor Champs in city

  The IAAF Council yesterday approved the addition of a special high jump session for the IAAF World Indoor Championships Birmingham 2018 on the evening of Thursday 1 March.

  Published 13th April 2017.

• Fun, free outdoor activities on offer with Parklives return

  Parks across Birmingham are set to play host to thousands of fun, free activity sessions as ParkLives returns to the city for a fourth year.

  Published 12th April 2017.

• City Council honoured for new website

  Birmingham City Council has been awarded official Honouree status in the 2017 Webby Awards

  Published 11th April 2017.

• Response to Birmingham Independent Improvement Panel

  BCC has responded to the latest letter from the secretary of state to the Birmingham Independent Improvement Panel

  Published 4th April 2017.

• Birmingham to name Stella Manzie as Interim Chief Executive

  Stella Manzie is set to be appointed Interim Chief Executive of Birmingham City Council.

  

  Published 20th March 2017.

• Statement on 2022 Commonwealth Games

  The following is a statement from Cllr Ian Ward, Deputy Leader of Birmingham City Council, in relation to a statement issued by the Commonwealth Games Federation in relation to the Durban 2022 games:

  Published 13th March 2017.

• Don't lose your right to vote

  People in Birmingham are being reminded to ensure their voices are heard in May’s elections.

  Published 13th March 2017.

• Council approves 2017/18 budget

  Birmingham’s budget for 2017/18, was set last night at Full Council (28 February 2017), and will commit nearly £550million to services which protect and support adults and children across the city.

  Published 1st March 2017.

• Response to Birmingham Independent Improvement Panel letter

  The Leader of Birmingham City Council responds to the latest letter from the Independent Improvement Panel.

  Published 24th February 2017.

• Birmingham Independent Improvement Panel latest reports

  The Birmingham Independent Improvement Panel reports on the Council's financial plans for 2017/18.

  Published 24th February 2017.

• USA Track & Field confirm Birmingham training camp

  USA Track & Field confirm Birmingham training camp ahead of the IAAF World Championships in London this summer.

  

  Published 20th February 2017.

• After listening to citizens, council to set 2017/18 budget

  Following one of the largest pieces of consultation Birmingham City Council has completed, the 2017/18 proposed budget will be taken to Cabinet on 14th February.

  Published 10th February 2017.

• Library plans revised after consultation

  Revised proposals for Birmingham’s Community Library service have been drawn up following feedback from citizens during a 12-week period of public consultation

  Published 7th February 2017.

• The way Birmingham allocates social housing is changing

  Birmingham is changing the way it allocates social housing.

  Published 6th February 2017.

• Redress Scheme reminder – register or face a fine

  Birmingham City Council is issuing a New Year reminder to Letting Agencies and Property Managers – register with a Redress Scheme, or you could face a £5k fine.

  Published 17th January 2017.

• Commonwealth Games 2026 feasibility study

  The process to formally draw up a feasibility study for a Birmingham bid for the 2026 Commonwealth Games is now out of the starting blocks.

  Published 16th January 2017.

• £500,000 awarded for Aston & Newtown arts projects

  Thirteen local arts and community organisations will receive arts grants totalling £500,000 to deliver projects in Aston and Newtown during 2017-18, it was announced today (6 January 2017).

  Published 6th January 2017.

• Moseley man jailed after lying to get a council house

  A man from Moseley, Birmingham, was jailed for 16 months at Birmingham Crown Court today (5 January 2017) after lying to get a council house.

  Published 5th January 2017.

• Council welcomes £400k grant for rough sleepers

  Birmingham City Council and Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council have successfully bid for £400,000 of government funding to help get people new to the streets the rapid support that they need.

  Published 5th January 2017.

• Partners agree new busking guide

  Guidelines designed to encourage responsible busking and street entertainment in Birmingham city centre have been formally adopted following a period of extensive public consultation.

  Published 28th December 2016.

• Beware: The 12 Cons of Christmas

  Christmas is a time for giving, but people are being warned that for some unscrupulous individuals and firms it is a time for conning.

  Published 15th December 2016.

• Next phase of Birmingham Cycle Revolution set for green light

  Cabinet is being asked to set the wheels in motion for the next phase of Birmingham Cycle Revolution (BCR).

  Published 9th December 2016.

• Three Brum landlords to pay £8k for breaching regulations

  Three rogue landlords were ordered to pay a total of £8,028.10 at Birmingham Magistrates Court today (8 December 2016) for failing to obtain HMO licences and breaching legislation.

  Published 8th December 2016.

• #BrumBudget17: Have your say

  Birmingham City Council today launches the public consultation on its 2017/18 budget proposals, including a Council Tax rise of 3.99% (2% Social Care Precept and 1.99% general Council Tax increases).

  

  Published 8th December 2016.

• Order your 2017 garden waste service now

  Citizens wishing to have their garden waste collected in a clean and convenient way can sign up to Birmingham City Council’s 2017 service from today (December 6).

  Published 6th December 2016.

• Extent of city's food mountain revealed

  Almost half of all waste placed in the city’s household wheelie bins is food – that’s the shock finding from new research carried out by Birmingham City Council

  Published 14th November 2016.

• City unites for Day of Action on cleaner greener streets

  A city-wide day of action was staged on November 9 to demonstrate how improved local leadership can help achieve cleaner, greener streets for all.

  Published 9th November 2016.

• Response to Birmingham Independent Improvement Panel report

  The Leader and Chief Executive of Birmingham City Council have responded to the latest letter to the Secretary of State, Sajid Javid, welcoming recognition of the progress the council is making.

  Published 9th November 2016.

• Birmingham Independent Improvement Panel latest report

  Birmingham City Council warned it faces mammoth task to balance its 2017/18 budget.

  Published 9th November 2016.

• Delegation from USA Track and Field visit city

  A delegation from USA Track and Field, visited Birmingham on Thursday (October 27), to discuss the details for a proposed training camp, which would be held in the city in summer 2017.

  Published 28th October 2016.

• Improving health and wellbeing for people in Birmingham and Solihull

  The following statement is from Mark Rogers, System Leader, Birmingham and Solihull STP and Chief Executive, Birmingham City Council

  Published 24th October 2016.

• 150th anniversary for city libraries

  Libraries across Birmingham will be hosting a series of activities and events celebrating the 150th anniversary of the city’s first purpose-built Reference Library this month.

  Published 18th October 2016.

• City scoops top Britain In Bloom honour

  Birmingham last night (October 14) scooped a Gold award in the Champion of Champions category at the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) Britain in Bloom UK Finals Awards

  Published 15th October 2016.

• Slower is safer as 20mph limits come into effect

  Motorists are being advised that 20mph speed limits come into force across large parts of Birmingham from Monday (October 10).

  

  Published 7th October 2016.

• Bringing community wealth to Birmingham

  A ground-breaking Birmingham project aims to stop millions of pounds 'leaking out' of the city economy every year.

  Published 28th September 2016.

• Vélo Birmingham launches

  The inaugural Vélo Birmingham was launched officially at the NEC Cycle Show today (September 22) following a teaser campaign that generated more than 30,000 pre-registrations.

  

  Published 22nd September 2016.

• Bikeability funding boost for Birmingham

  Tens of thousands of Birmingham children will benefit from cycle training after the city was awarded a £1.2 million grant enabling the Bikeability scheme to continue until March 2020.

  Published 19th September 2016.

• Birmingham scoops gold in Heart of England in Bloom awards

  Birmingham has won a Gold in the Large City category and Cannon Hill Park picked up the Mike Garwood Memorial Award in this year’s Heart of England In Bloom competition.

  

  Published 19th September 2016.

• Communities sent for £2 million funding boost

  Birmingham communities are set for a funding boost with the launch of a £2 million initiative to support innovative projects across the city.

  Published 16th September 2016.

• Zero Heroes are coming to a cleaner, greener street near you

  Birmingham’s new Zero Hero campaign to encourage waste reduction with a series of pop-up events across the city.

  

  Published 12th September 2016.

• BikeFest returns to Birmingham

  Families are being invited to get pedalling at the HSBC BikeFest 2016, the free cycling festival which returns to Birmingham for its second year on Sunday, September 18.

  

  Published 7th September 2016.

• Local electoral arrangements finalised for Birmingham

  The independent Local Government Boundary Commission for England has published its final recommendations for new electoral arrangements across Birmingham.

  Published 6th September 2016.

• Behind the scenes at Stirchley Baths for Heritage Week

  This Sunday 11 September, Stirchley Baths, a former Edwardian swimming baths and public wash house on Bournville Lane, opens its doors for this year’s Heritage Open Days and Birmingham Heritage Week.

  

  Published 5th September 2016.

• Birmingham’s Lord Mayor recognises role of the Merchant Navy

  Birmingham’s Lord Mayor, Cllr Carl Rice, will fly the Red Ensign at 10am on Saturday September 3, outside the Council House in Victoria Square, to celebrate Merchant Navy Day.

  Published 2nd September 2016.

• Look out for electoral register letters and emails

  Birmingham residents are urged to be on the lookout for emails and letters from the council’s elections office over the next few weeks.

  Published 25th August 2016.

• Brummies take part in Britain’s biggest sports day

  Brummies inspired by Team GB’s Olympic heroes and their amazing performances in Rio are being urged to try a range of activities as part of a free, nationwide sports day on Saturday (27 August 2016).

  

  Published 24th August 2016.

• Warning over Council Tax refund scam

  Chris Gibbs, Service Director for Customer Services at Birmingham City Council, is warning residents to be vigilant against a Council Tax refund scam.

  Published 24th August 2016.

• Young Active Travel trust set to be formed

  Proposals to create a new charitable trust designed to support improvements to the ways in which children travel in the city are set to be formally approved next month (September)

  

  Published 23rd August 2016.

• Popular pub fined £105,000 for mice infestation

  A Birmingham-based pub firm was today (19 August 2016) ordered to pay £114, 528 after evidence of mouse activity was found throughout one of its city centre pubs.

  Published 19th August 2016.

• See Me, Hear Me – child sexual exploitation awareness campaign

  A website raising awareness of child sexual exploitation has received almost 6,000 hits in the first two weeks of a new digital media campaign.

  

  Published 18th August 2016.

• A-level results – understanding your options

  Councillor Brett O’Reilly, cabinet member for jobs and skills, looks at the options open to those getting their A-level results today.

  

  Published 18th August 2016.

• Average Speed Enforcement (ASE) cameras switched on today

  Motorists are being reminded that new Average Speed Enforcement (ASE) cameras are now in operation across Birmingham and Solihull, having been switched on today (August 8).

  

  Published 16th August 2016.

• New lights brighten up Birmingham’s towpaths

  The Canal and River Trust charity is working in partnership with Birmingham City Council to replace 250 worn out and broken lights located along canal towpaths in the city centre.

  Published 8th August 2016.

• Dr Mashuq Ally set to retire

  Mark Rogers, Chief Executive of Birmingham City Council said: “Dr Mashuq Ally is retiring from Birmingham City Council at the end of August.

  

  Published 5th August 2016.

• Partnership provides new housing for Kings Norton

  Birmingham has gained 44 brand new affordable homes thanks to a partnership between leading house builder Westleigh, Birmingham City Council and Viridian Housing.

  

  Published 2nd August 2016.

• Hydrogen buses coming to the city

  Cleaner, greener buses will be coming to Birmingham after £3milllion was awarded to a city council-led partnership project by the Department for Transport and the Office for Low Emissions Vehicles

  Published 25th July 2016.

• Money advice service to open at the Indoor Market

  A community money advice service, designed to help those who struggle to get credit – and are therefore more likely to go to loan sharks.

  Published 28th June 2016.