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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 Knife Angel as city works to tackle knife crime.

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 UK Housing Awards

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.

One of the preliminary images of what Perry Park and area surrounding Alexandra Stadium could look like during and after the Commonwealth Games.

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.

Sprinkler funding needed for safety of residents

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.

Industry & Genius sculpture first public art to be returned to Centenary Square.

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.

a new domestic abuse hub has officially been opened that will provide support to those experiencing and fleeing domestic violence

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.

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.

Prince Harry opens memorial in Cannon Hill Park

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.

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.

Take part in the Travel Assist consultation

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.

BMHT celebrate ten years with ten new homes

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.

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.

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.

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.

First trees planted in Centenary Square.

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 improvements help prepare for Commonwealth Games and years beyond

A programme of highway infrastructure improvements at Perry Barr to support the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games and its regeneration legacy 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.

Lord Mayor of Birmingham will lead a Holocaust Memorial Day event at the Council House on Sunday (27 January).

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.

Opening up Shakespeare's legacy to all Birmingham people

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.

Last week, the annual rough sleeper count was taken

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.

'There But Not There': Lord Mayor of Birmingham, Cllr Yvonne Mosquito, with Leader of the Council Cllr Ian Ward, Cllr Mike Sharpe, Cllr Tristan Chatfield and members of the armed forces commemorate the fallen.

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.

Illustrations of Catherine Olser (by Amy Evans), Bertha Ryland (by Yasmin Bryan), Mary Lee Berners-Lee (by Michelle Turton), Dame Ellen Pinsent (by Chein Shyan Lee), Joyce Green (by Jan Bowman), and Raj Holness (by Saadia Hipkiss)

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.

Rookery School pupils re-enact relataives receiving news from the Front Line.

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.

Some of the 85,000 illegal cigarettes seized by Trading Standards.

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 Sept 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.

12,000 additional burial plots have been officially opened at Sutton New Hall Cemetery.

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.

Side of house with scaffolding and a pile of buidling materials

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.

A picture of what the Games Village is set to look like for the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games

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.

Lord Mayor of Birmingham, Cllr Yvonne Mosquito with her Consort, Winston Mosquito

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 will receive the Freedom of the City of Birmingham during a special ceremony in Victoria Square on 19 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.

A new chapter for Birmingham’s Wholesale Market began today, as the traders’ new purpose-built home in Witton opened for business.

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.

Continued improvements to Birmingham children's services

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.

Royal Marines receive Freedom of the City

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.

There will be no bin collections on Christmas Day or Boxing Day this year

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 Frankfurt Christmas Market

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 John Glen visits the Library of Birmingham

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.

Confirmation of Leader and Deputy Leader of Birmingham City Council

A meeting of the city council has today confirmed the appointments of Leader and Deputy Leader

Published 7th 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.

A new poster launched by Birmingham City Council sends out a clear message against fly-tipping

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.

Frankfurt Christmas Market returns on 16 November 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, Assistant Chief Executive for Birmingham city council

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.

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.

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.

Sofas dumped on Becton Grove, Perry Barr

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.

Adam Gemili and Nathaneel Mitchell-Blake back the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games bid

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 one day arts festival

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.

Pakistan's Consul General Syed Ahmed Maroof (sixth from left) and Deputy Lord Mayor of Birmingham, Cllr Carl Rice, raising Pakistan's flag today.

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.

How 3x3 basketball could look in Victoria Square during a 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham

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.

Suzanna Reid, commercial director of Unique Venues Birmingham

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.

Fontaine Chapman, Galal Yafai, Kare Adenegan, Mimi-Isabella Cesar and Elise Glynn all back the Birmingham 2022 bid

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 athletes Natasha Hastings and Dawn Harper-Nelson at Alexander Stadium

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.

An image of what the Sandwell Aquatics Centre could look like during a 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham

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.

Hockey and squash would be hosted at the University of Birmingham if the city hosts the 2022 Commonwealth Games

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.

Ruby the Red Panda is joined by Hannah England and Joan Durose

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 regs

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.

The front of the refurbished Stirchley Baths

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.

Councillor John Clancy - Leader of Birmingham City Council

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.

Child Sexual Exploitation prevention campaign

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.

Forthcoming European Parliamentary Elections: Find your nearest polling station

Birmingham wins eighth Gold at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2019

Ambitious plans to create the Rea Valley Urban Quarter

Birmingham reveals ten year housing plan

Construction work on Commonwealth Games Village officially begins

Birmingham welcomes the Knife Angel as city works to tackle knife crime

Birmingham unveils 2019 RHS Chelsea Flower Show garden

Vision to promote Edgbaston Reservoir as major destination

Birmingham celebrates at the UK Housing Awards

Statement on waste dispute settlement

Funding awarded to Birmingham to help those affected by alcohol

£15m, or 39%, of Clean Air Fund support earmarked for taxi drivers

Brexit update from the deputy leader

Birmingham Adult Education Service judged 'good' by Ofsted

New policy for home-to-school transport

Second phase of Games Village legacy scheme submitted to planners

Birmingham City Council and Walsall Road Allotments find a way forward

Next step for Langley and Peddimore developments

Statement following protests at Anderton Park school

Adoption inspection provides positive outcome

Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games benefits highlighted in report

Birmingham Independent Improvement Panel publishes its final report to the Secretary of State

Birmingham receives £711,000 to work with landlords to tackle homelessness

UK authorities come together in rallying call to government for sprinkler funding

Iconic sculpture returned to Centenary Square

Consultation on city centre order to be launched

Statement on Birmingham mosque attacks

Birmingham City Council and Birmingham and Solihull Women’s Aid launch new hub to tackle domestic violence and homelessness

Birmingham Independent Improvement Panel to step down

Settlement to end waste service dispute

Response to New Zealand terror attack

Housing-led Ladywood regeneration - latest announcement at MIPIM

Waste dispute update - March 8

Apprentices playing key role in Birmingham 2022 plans

Statement on Parkfield School protests

Druids Heath library update

Duke of Sussex unveils Sousse and Bardo Memorial

Birmingham receives £485,845 boost to youth crime projects

Statement on chief operating officer

Consultation on draft new Travel Assist policy

Statement on Walsall Road Allotments

Birmingham Municipal Housing Trust celebrates ten years, with ten more homes

New Director of Public Health appointed

Birmingham announces major regeneration proposals for Ladywood

Changes to bin collection contingency announced

Further details of Perry Barr regeneration announced

Statement on equalities and relationships teaching in Birmingham schools

Leafy milestone for Centenary Square

Perry Barr improvements help prepare for Commonwealth Games and years beyond

Active Communities partnership awarded almost £10m for new scheme tackling inactivity

Birmingham’s lead on homelessness calls on government to urgently tackle policies to prevent homelessness

Holocaust Memorial Day 2019

Enablement service update

City communities connect with Birmingham Shakespeare heritage

Birmingham gives go-ahead for first modular home

Children’s services in Birmingham showing sustained improvement

Updated contingency plan for bin collections

Empty property premium to help tackle city housing supply

New City of Sanctuary statement approved

Statement - Cllr Majid Mahmood

Council to consult on Clean Air Strategy for Birmingham

Special Educational Needs and Disabilities update

Law change alters waste management responsibilities for citizens

Waste collection contingency plans announced

Findings of independent review into 2017 waste management dispute

Plans for Commonwealth Games Village are approved

House-building target exceeded in Birmingham

Councils come together to help rough sleepers this winter

Young people in Birmingham are making their mark

Council revises its Business Charter to help construction industry workers

Consultation on new Travel Assist policy

Rough sleeper count in Birmingham

Update on Council response to Unite ballot plans

Update on council-run day nurseries

Consultation on the future of Birmingham's high streets

Principal contractor announced for Perry Barr development

Independent Brexit impact analysis

New education and skills director appointed

Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market 2018