Devolution Deal gives more powers and funding to the West Midlands

Councillor Ian Ward, Leader of Birmingham City Council, reflects on the Devolution Deal that was announced in the budget this week...

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Delivering on the priorities of the people of Birmingham

In his latest blog, Cllr Ian Ward, Leader of Birmingham City Council, writes about the council’s budget for the year ahead...

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Raging Bull to roar back into Birmingham

The Leader of Birmingham City Council, Councillor Ian Ward, responds to the news the Commonwealth Games Bull will have a new home in Birmingham New Street Station...

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Delivering for the people of Birmingham

Cllr Ian Ward reflects on how the council’s budget will help the city through the cost-of-living crisis and help to build a cleaner, safer and better Birmingham for everyone...

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Levelling Up Fund disappointment

Cllr Ian Ward, Leader of Birmingham City Council, reacts to the disappointing news Birmingham’s bids to the second round of the Levelling Up Fund were unsuccessful...

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Birmingham’s diversity proves to be its strength once again

Councillor Ian Ward, Leader of Birmingham City Council, reflects on this week’s census news, and Birmingham’s recognition at the Peace and Sport Awards...

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Remembering our Armed Forces

In his latest blog, Councillor Ian Ward, Leader of Birmingham City Council, reflects on Remembrance Day, and the role that the city plays in supporting our Armed Forces.

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Birmingham named ‘City of the Year’ by Estates Gazette

Cllr Ian Ward, Leader of Birmingham City Council, reflects on an historic year for the city...

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HelpinBrum launches to support our residents through the winter

In his latest blog the Leader of Birmingham City Council, Councillor Ian Ward, reflects on the launch of HelpinBrum...

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Dear Birmingham - a letter to the city as the Games end

Cllr Ian Ward, Leader of Birmingham City Council, reflects on the success of the Commonwealth Games, which come to an end today...

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