Birmingham City Council is proud to accommodate 2,147 Commonwealth War Graves in its cemeteries, the city playing a key role in both world wars.

Read Council remembers its war heroes ahead of Armed Forces Day

Across Birmingham people faced furlough, lost jobs or homes during the pandemic. Cllr John Cotton, Cabinet Member - Social Inclusion, Community Safety and Equalities on how the council provided support.

Read How council advisors have helped Birmingham citizens during the pandemic