News archive
News published June 2025
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Landscape improvements for Perry Park completed
As part of the Legacy Project for the Alexander Stadium and Perry Park the council’s in-house landscape architects have worked with local residents on the design of new facilities for the park.
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A bold and confident vision to shape Birmingham’s future approved
Shaping Birmingham’s Future Together, a bold vision setting out the shared ambitions of the city, its partners and citizens, and the Corporate Plan setting out the council’s priorities, were approved.
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Alexander Stadium celebrates the completion of Commonwealth Games-funded Legacy transformation project.
Alexander Stadium, host venue during the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, has marked a new chapter in its 48-year history following the completion of its Legacy Capital Redevelopment Programme.
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Birmingham recognised for taking bold leadership on environment
Birmingham has been recognised as one of 112 cities across the globe that is taking bold leadership on environmental action and transparency.
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Significant Boost in Temporary Accommodation for Birmingham
Vulnerable families in Birmingham in need of temporary accommodation will benefit from the acquisition of a property in the city.
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How Birmingham will benefit from the Government’s Spending Review
Access to more affordable homes, increased funding for schools and their pupils, and investment in Birmingham’s transport networks are among the Chancellor’s spending priorities.
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No One Left Behind: Birmingham Highlights Vital Support for Migrant Survivors This Refugee Week
As part of Refugee Week 2025 (16-22 June), Birmingham City Council is raising awareness of the life-saving support available for refugee and migrant survivors of domestic abuse.
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Life-Saving Bleed Kit Donated to Local Shard End Florist as Part of Citywide Safety Drive
A new bleed control kit has been donated to a local florist in Shard End after it was stolen.
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Operation CLOUD Intensifies: Council Enforces New Single-Use Vape Ban from 1 June
From 1 June 2025, the sale of single use vapes will be officially banned across England under new national legislation designed to protect public health and the environment.
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Changes to Saturday opening hours of library buildings
Following the integration of Birmingham City Council’s Community Libraries and Information services into the new Connected Communities model, there will be changes in Saturday library opening hours.
