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New Birmingham City Council administration agreed
The new political administration of Birmingham City Council has been agreed following the completion of the council’s AGM.
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Birmingham Marks Two Months to go until Birmingham 2026 European Athletics Championships with Matthew Hudson-Smith Unveiling Alexander Stadium North Stand’s Extension Temporary Name
With two months to go until the Birmingham 2026 European Athletics Championships , local athletics hero Matthew Hudson-Smith was surprised by naming the North Stand's extension for the Championships
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Birmingham marks Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month with renewed focus on support, partnership and provision
Birmingham City Council is marking Gypsy, Roma and Traveller (GRT) History Month this June by highlighting new work to better support communities across the city.
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Park tennis courts re-opened after renovation
Cannon Hill Park tennis courts have been officially re-opened following a £330,000 renovation that took place across the Birmingham City Council area.
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Summer in the City: Get ready for 12 weeks of fun!
Birmingham City Council will be showcasing a range of activities and events over the summer months from 15 June – as part of its Summer in the City campaign.
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Moseley Road Baths secures full funding for landmark Phase 2 restoration with £9.27m National Lottery Heritage Fund grant
Award completes a £16m funding package to restore the iconic Gala Pool, create a new Community Health & Wellbeing Hub, and reopen Birmingham’s Grade II* listed Edwardian baths to a new generation.
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Joint crackdown targets illegal activity linked to high street mini-marts
A coordinated crackdown on illegal activity linked to high street mini-mart style shops is underway across Birmingham as part of a joint operation between Birmingham City Council and WMP.
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Birmingham Trading Standards warn residents to stay vigilant against Hajj fraud
Birmingham Trading Standards are urging residents to remain vigilant against Hajj fraud, particularly fake or suspiciously low-cost packages and rogue travel agents.
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Council position on flags and other unauthorised attachments
Birmingham City Council is asking people not to attach flags or other unauthorised items to street furniture or face possible legal action.
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Birmingham City Council launches landmark Justice Health Needs Assessment
Partners across health, local government, criminal justice and the voluntary sector came together on the 20th of May to launch Birmingham’s first comprehensive Justice Health Needs Assessment (JHNA).
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Birmingham Welcomes new Lord Mayor as Zaker Choudhry Takes Office
Birmingham City Council is pleased to announce that Councillor Zaker Choudhry has been formally installed as Lord Mayor of Birmingham, becoming the city’s First Citizen.
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Tony Iommi and Tom Wagner amongst the recipients of this year’s Lord Mayor Awards
Legendary musician Tony Iommi and Birmingham City Football Club chairman Tom Wagner are among the recipients of this year’s Lord Mayor’s Awards, celebrating exceptional contributions to Birmingham.
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Britain’s biggest and most powerful Development Corporation launched to drive £11bn regeneration of East Birmingham
The Birmingham East Mayoral Development Corporation (BEMDC) will generate a multi-billion-pound boost for the economy, positioning the West Midlands at the front of the UK’s charge for growth.
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Birmingham maintains ‘good’ rating for adult social care
Adult social care has maintained its ‘good’ rating following an assessment by the Care Quality Commission.
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Birmingham marks 100 days to go until Birmingham 2026 European Athletics Championship with official mascot unveiling
Last weekend we marked 100 days to go until the Birmingham 2026 European Athletics Championships comes to the UK with an official mascot unveiling.
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Birmingham Marks 50 Days to Go Until ICC Women’s T20 World Cup with Schools Cricket Day
Over 8,000* children across Warwickshire came together for Schools Cricket Day, with today marking 50 days to go to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup gets underway at Edgbaston.
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Birmingham City Council Community Safety Team to Host Justice Walk and Launch WalkSafe App in Support of National Stalking Awareness Month
Birmingham City Council’s Community Safety Team is set to bring partners, agencies, and community organisations together this April for a city centre Justice Walk.
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Over 92% of Birmingham children offered first‑choice primary school
Birmingham City Council has confirmed another strong year for families seeking primary school places across the city following its Primary National Offer Day figures.
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More home straight seats to be released for Birmingham 2026 European Athletics Championships
Additional home straight seats will also be released for all sessions from Tuesday 21 April at 10am, including the three currently high demand, unavailable sessions.
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Birmingham City Council supports National Child Employment Week to promote safe working and performance opportunities for children
Birmingham City Council is supporting National Child Employment Week to raise awareness of the laws, licensing and safeguarding duties that protect children who work or perform.
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Birmingham Trading Standards Intensifies Clampdown on Illegal Tobacco, Vapes and Counterfeit Goods
Birmingham City Council’s Trading Standards team, working in partnership with West Midlands Police, has carried out a series of enforcement raids as part of Operation Cloud.
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Birmingham Couple Sentenced for £2m Counterfeit Clothing Operation
A couple has been sentenced following a long running investigation by Birmingham Trading Standards into their large scale counterfeit clothing operation.
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Update on Druids Heath planning process
Residents may have seen a range of information circulating about Druids Heath in the lead-up to Planning Committee in April 2026.
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Council and police take firm action against graffiti vandalism across the city
Birmingham City Council’s Community Safety Team, working with local policing teams, has taken firm action against persistent graffiti vandalism that has been affecting communities across Birmingham.
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Birmingham Trading Standards seizes large haul of illegal tobacco and vapes from Northfield retailer
Birmingham City Council’s Trading Standards team has successfully prosecuted a Northfield business and its owner after uncovering a significant quantity of illicit and counterfeit goods.
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Council makes a call for people to adhere to fair, accurate, and respectful consultation in Druids Heath
Druids Heath residents have been contacting Birmingham City Council to report misinformation and intimidation by individuals or groups opposed to the regeneration.
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Major Haul of Illegal Tobacco and Nitrous Oxide Seized in Sparkbrook Raid
A joint operation led by Birmingham City Council’s Trading Standards team and supported by West Midlands Police has resulted in the seizure of significant quantities of illicit goods.
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Improving parks facilities for our communities
Three more play and exercise schemes to support communities have been completed at parks in Birmingham.
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Birmingham City Council welcomes early plans to revitalise city’s famous Crown pub and surrounding site
Birmingham City Council has welcomed the early-stage proposals being explored for the future of The Crown, Shaftesbury House and the adjoining car park site in the city centre.
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Adderley Park’s PlayZone officially opened as part of citywide investment in community sports facilities
A brand-new PlayZone at Adderley Park was officially opened last week by Cabinet Member Cllr Mariam Khan, local Ladywood MP, Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood and community partners.
