https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/news Birmingham City Council Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Wed, 15 Jul 2026 01:51:14 +0000 Wed, 15 Jul 2026 01:51:14 +0000 https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/news/article/1800/roundtable_event_focuses_on_tackling_crime_and_poor_standards_in_supported_housing The council has held a round table event with key local and national partners on the issue of Supported Exempt Accommodation. Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:29:00 +0100 https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/news/article/1799/birmingham_city_council_invests_in_extending_museum_opening_hours Birmingham museum opening hours are being extended – particularly at weekends - from July until March 2027, following nearly £300,000 additional funding by Birmingham City Council. Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:07:00 +0100 https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/news/article/1798/birmingham_launches_partnership_with_the_institute_of_health_equity_to_tackle_inequalities Birmingham has marked a significant milestone in its ambition to create a fairer, healthier city, bringing together partners to shape the city’s approach to Health Equity and Inclusion. Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:25:00 +0100 https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/news/article/1797/operation_sunset_seizes_over_650000_worth_of_world_cup_kits_and_unsafe_goods_in_one_week A week of high-impact enforcement activity in Birmingham saw £650,000 worth of counterfeit and unsafe goods seized, as Trading Standards officers and partner agencies carried out two major raids. Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:17:00 +0100 https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/news/article/1796/new_modern_repairs_service_launched_for_council_tenants A new, more helpful, flexible and responsive repairs service has gone live today (July 1) for Birmingham City Council tenants and leaseholders. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:56:00 +0100 https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/news/article/1795/residents_at_the_heart_of_birminghams_expanding_waste_pilot Following a successful food waste pilot, Birmingham City Council will be starting a larger waste improvement pilot on Tuesday 30 June, in North Birmingham and Sutton Coldfield. Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:45:00 +0100 https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/news/article/1794/cleaner_air_and_safer_journeys_for_children_as_birmingham_marks_clean_air_day As Birmingham marks Clean Air Day on 18 June, school students throughout the city are taking part in activities designed to show how everyday choices can improve air quality and create safer streets. Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:31:00 +0100 https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/news/article/1792/statement_from_leadership_on_britain_first_march_in_birmingham A statement has been issued by the leaders of the Liberal Democrats, Greens and Better Birmingham Independents, alongside the cabinet member for equalities, communities and social justice. Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:11:00 +0100 https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/news/article/1791/birmingham_reaffirms_commitment_to_being_a_city_of_sanctuary_during_refugee_week_2026 Birmingham City Council marks Refugee Week by reaffirming its commitment to being a welcoming and inclusive City of Sanctuary, as it launches its renewed City of Sanctuary Strategy and Action Plan. Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:27:00 +0100 https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/news/article/1790/library_of_birmingham_invites_public_feedback_to_help_shape_its_future People in Birmingham are being invited to share their experiences of the Library of Birmingham to help ensure that the library continues to reach its full potential with the best offer for communities Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:46:00 +0100 https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/news/article/1789/new_digbeth_public_art_works_officially_launched_as_part_of_high_street_improvement_scheme This week marked the official launch of a series of new site-specific public artworks on Digbeth High Street, delivered as part of the wider High Street Public Realm Improvement Scheme. Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:28:00 +0100 https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/news/article/1788/national_award_for_project_addressing_sex_workers_health_inequalities A ‘groundbreaking’ programme to tackle health inequalities among sex workers in Birmingham has been recognised with a prestigious national award. Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:55:00 +0100 https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/news/article/1787/birmingham_marks_two_months_to_go_until_birmingham_2026_european_athletics_championships_with_matthew_hudson-smith_unveiling_alexander_stadium_north_stands_extension_temporary_name With two months to go until the Birmingham 2026 European Athletics Championships , local athletics hero Matthew Hudson-Smith was surprised by naming the North Stand's extension for the Championships Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:37:00 +0100 https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/news/article/1786/new_birmingham_city_council_administration_agreed The new political administration of Birmingham City Council has been agreed following the completion of the council’s AGM. Fri, 05 Jun 2026 20:19:00 +0100 https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/news/article/1785/birmingham_marks_gypsy_roma_and_traveller_history_month_with_renewed_focus_on_support_partnership_and_provision Birmingham City Council is marking Gypsy, Roma and Traveller (GRT) History Month this June by highlighting new work to better support communities across the city. Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:56:00 +0100 https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/news/article/1784/park_tennis_courts_re-opened_after_renovation Cannon Hill Park tennis courts have been officially re-opened following a £330,000 renovation that took place across the Birmingham City Council area. Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:43:00 +0100 https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/news/article/1783/summer_in_the_city_get_ready_for_12_weeks_of_fun Birmingham City Council will be showcasing a range of activities and events over the summer months from 15 June – as part of its Summer in the City campaign. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:05:00 +0100 https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/news/article/1775/moseley_road_baths_secures_full_funding_for_landmark_phase_2_restoration_with_927m_national_lottery_heritage_fund_grant Award completes a £16m funding package to restore the iconic Gala Pool, create a new Community Health & Wellbeing Hub, and reopen Birmingham’s Grade II* listed Edwardian baths to a new generation. Fri, 22 May 2026 13:00:00 +0100 https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/news/article/1781/joint_crackdown_targets_illegal_activity_linked_to_high_street_mini-marts A coordinated crackdown on illegal activity linked to high street mini-mart style shops is underway across Birmingham as part of a joint operation between Birmingham City Council and WMP. Fri, 22 May 2026 12:42:00 +0100 https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/news/article/1780/birmingham_trading_standards_warn_residents_to_stay_vigilant_against_hajj_fraud Birmingham Trading Standards are urging residents to remain vigilant against Hajj fraud, particularly fake or suspiciously low-cost packages and rogue travel agents. Fri, 22 May 2026 11:20:00 +0100