News archive
News published March 2026
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Council makes a call for people to adhere to fair, accurate, and respectful consultation in Druids Heath
Druids Heath residents have been contacting Birmingham City Council to report misinformation and intimidation by individuals or groups opposed to the regeneration.
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Major Haul of Illegal Tobacco and Nitrous Oxide Seized in Sparkbrook Raid
A joint operation led by Birmingham City Council’s Trading Standards team and supported by West Midlands Police has resulted in the seizure of significant quantities of illicit goods.
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Birmingham City Council welcomes early plans to revitalise city’s famous Crown pub and surrounding site
Birmingham City Council has welcomed the early-stage proposals being explored for the future of The Crown, Shaftesbury House and the adjoining car park site in the city centre.
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Improving parks facilities for our communities
Three more play and exercise schemes to support communities have been completed at parks in Birmingham.
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Adderley Park’s PlayZone officially opened as part of citywide investment in community sports facilities
A brand-new PlayZone at Adderley Park was officially opened last week by Cabinet Member Cllr Mariam Khan, local Ladywood MP, Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood and community partners.
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New Funding and Support Fair to Boost Community Organisations
Community groups from across Birmingham are invited to attend the Funding and Being Fundable Fair on Wednesday 25 March 2026, taking place at the iconic Alexander Stadium from 10:00am to 3:00pm.
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Birmingham City Council delivers £2million investment in wellbeing centres and community sports facilities across Birmingham
Investment from the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund is being used to deliver upgraded facilities across six wellbeing centres and Linden Road Swimming pool as well support for grassroot sports.
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Birmingham City Council prepares for Chaand Raat and Eid-Al-Fitr with partners to keep communities safe
Birmingham City Council is working closely with West Midlands Police and local community partners to ensure that residents, businesses, and visitors can celebrate Chaand Raat and Eid-Al-Fitr safely.
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Unite fined £265,000 for breaching High Court injunction at council waste depots
The High Court has fined Unite the Union £265,000 today (17 March 2026) after it admitted breaching terms of an injunction banning protestors from blockading the council’s waste depots.
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Bring it on Brum! Holiday Clubs Return for Spring 2026
Birmingham’s much loved Bring it on Brum! holiday activity programme is back this spring, offering thousands of children and young people the chance to enjoy fun filled holiday clubs free of charge.
