As a survivor of domestic abuse, Cllr Nicky Brennan is passionate about work being done across the city helping people in finding a way out of abusive relationships – this is her story.
Read more about Abusive relationships don’t necessarily leave cuts and bruises
To mark International Men’s Day, Cllr Nicky Brennan – Cabinet Member for Social Justice, Community Safety and Equalities - talks about the support offered to men experiencing domestic abuse.
Read more about How we support men experiencing domestic abuse in our communities
In National Hate Crime Awareness Week, Cabinet Member Cllr Nicky Brennan reflects on why Birmingham – a super-diverse city – is a place where hatred and discrimination will never be tolerated.
Read more about Birmingham – a place where all are welcome, and hate has no place
Cllr Mariam Khan, Cabinet Member for Health and Social Care, reflects on the NHS England visit to Birmingham which took place last week.
Cllr Nicky Brennan on how the findings of the Birmingham Pakistani Report are already familiar to her and the citizens of Sparkhill ward – and how the council is working to address them.
Read more about Why tackling inequalities needs to happen locally first
Over the next five weeks we will be sharing personal stories from roadworkers about the abuse they face and how they are asking for more consideration from the public.
Read more about Expect Respect - Birmingham roadworkers share their stories in a plea to end abuse
At the start of National Carers' Week, Cllr Mariam Khan, Cabinet Member for Health and Social Care, talks about the amazing work done by unpaid carers.
Read more about Recognising and supporting carers in the community
Cllr Ian Ward, Leader of Birmingham City Council, reflects on the 968 new homes that have now been completed on the Perry Barr Residential Scheme.
Read more about Delivering our Commonwealth Games Legacy one home at a time
Council leader Ian Ward talks about the importance of unity across communities and faiths:
Cllr John Cotton, Cabinet Member for Social Justice, Community Safety and Equalities’ message to Birmingham’s Muslim community as they observe Ramadan.
Read more about A message wishing residents a peaceful Ramadan
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