News archive
News published May 2021
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Council House refurbishment set to offer opportunities to residents
A project to make Birmingham’s Council House fit for the 21st century will create a range of jobs and opportunities for local people, including long-term unemployed and apprentices.
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Applications to the Clean Air Zone Vehicle Scrappage and Travel Credit Scheme are now open
Birmingham City Council has officially launched its Clean Air Zone Vehicle Scrappage and Travel Credit Scheme.
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New plans for Paradise prioritise public transport and active travel
The newly-unveiled Paradise Public Transport Improvement Scheme looks to respond to the city’s air pollution challenges by prioritising the road for buses, trams, taxis (hackney carriage) and bicycles
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Supermarket owner ordered to pay almost £1,400 for waste offences
A shopkeeper from Handsworth pleaded guilty of dumping waste from their Nechells-based store in a road half a mile from their own home – and has been made to pay almost £1,400 for their offences.
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Council to bid for World Athletics Road Running Championships
A proposal to help cement Birmingham’s reputation as a host of major international sporting events is set to be considered by the city council’s Cabinet on May 18.
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More good causes benefit from Stadium contractor community scheme
The winners for the second round of the You Matter Communities Community Fund have been announced.
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Statement regarding High Court’s ruling on street trading policy
The statement below is the council’s response to a High Court ruling on a judicial review of its street trading policy, which was handed down earlier today (7 May 2021):
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City Council by-election results – 6 May 2021
Here are the results of four Birmingham City Council by-elections, held on Thursday 6 May 2021.
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Birmingham Clean Air Zone Charging Order published ahead of 1 June 2021 launch date
With one month to go until the launch of Birmingham’s Clean Air Zone, Birmingham City Council has published the Birmingham Clean Air Zone Charging Order 2021.