News archive
News published November 2025
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Archaeology works begin at Smithfield Birmingham ahead of major regeneration
Archaeological works have begun at Smithfield Birmingham, marking an important new phase of the £1.9bn regeneration project.
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Deal signed to deliver 65 new affordable homes in Northfield
Dozens of new affordable homes for Birmingham families are set to be built in Northfield, thanks to the city council's collaborative work with developers and housing associations.
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New cricket facilities unveiled at Sparkhill park
New cricket practice nets have been unveiled at Sparkhill park.
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Permanent Executive Director for City Operations appointed
A new permanent Executive Director of City Operations has been appointed by Birmingham City Council.
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Birmingham City Partnership Board statement - Forward Together for a City Beyond Racism
Statement from Members of the Birmingham City Partnership Board, 24 November 2025: Forward Together for a City Beyond Racism
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Council tenants save up to £1,200 a year thanks to Birmingham scheme to insulate 2,000 homes
With temperatures dropping, Birmingham City Council tenants in 2,000 homes are set to save hundreds of pounds in heating costs this winter, thanks to a £111 million scheme to insulate homes.
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'Letter Tree' from families of road crash victims launches new safety campaign
A new Letter Tree bearing heartbreaking personal messages from families whose loved ones had their lives taken in road collisions has been unveiled by Mayor Richard Parker to mark Road Safety Week.
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New initiative launches to help Brummies into construction jobs
The Building Birmingham Skills Partnership (BBSP) has launched this week to help Birmingham residents to find careers in the construction industry.
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Cluedo Creators’ Daughter Entrusts Collection to Birmingham
To commemorate Cluedo’s invention in Birmingham, we welcomed Marcia Lewis, daughter of the game’s creators, Anthony and Elva Pratt, who deposited into the city’s collection
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UEFA EURO 2028 tournament launch celebrated in Birmingham
Tournament brand including Host City logo unveiled. Villa Park set to host four games as part of the tournament.
