/news Birmingham City Council Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Sat, 07 Feb 2026 07:37:10 +0000 Sat, 07 Feb 2026 07:37:10 +0000 /news/article/1722/council_explores_longer_visiting_hours_at_new_hall_cemetery_to_improve_community_access Councillor Jamie Tennant has announced a trial of extended opening hours at Sutton New Hall Cemetery, giving visitors more flexibility to spend time remembering their loved ones. Thu, 05 Feb 2026 14:56:00 +0000 /news/article/1721/application_for_injunction_regarding_blockading_of_waste_depots Application for injunction against persons unknown: Wed, 04 Feb 2026 12:42:00 +0000 /news/article/1719/commissioners_assurance_plan_published Commissioners have published their assurance plan which sets out outcomes to be achieved in order that commissioners can recommend the conclusion of intervention. Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:34:00 +0000 /news/article/1717/waste_injunction_against_persons_unknown In May 2025 the council obtained an injunction to tackle the obstruction and blockading carried out by Unite the Union. Tue, 03 Feb 2026 12:11:00 +0000 /news/article/1716/budget_proposals_reveal_extra_130m_investment_in_services_%E2%80%93_as_leader_says_city_no_longer_bankrupt Leader Cllr John Cotton today (3 February) declared Birmingham City Council is no longer 'bankrupt', as budget proposals set to deliver a funding boost to frontline services are published. Tue, 03 Feb 2026 09:47:00 +0000 /news/article/1714/latest_phase_of_dudley_road_improvement_scheme_begins We’re making roads safer, reducing congestion and cutting journey times with the A457 Dudley Road improvement scheme. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 08:56:00 +0000 /news/article/1715/new_repair_and_maintenance_contracts_set_to_deliver_more_flexible_and_responsive_service_for_birmingham_tenants Tenants and leaseholders can expect a repairs and maintenance service that will be more flexible and responsive following the award of new contracts by Birmingham City Council. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 11:59:00 +0000 /news/article/1713/landmark_collaboration_launches_birmingham_knowledge_quarter_%E2%80%93_a_transformative_vision_for_innovation_and_inclusive_growth A new chapter begins today for Birmingham’s future as five of the city’s leading organisations officially sign the Birmingham Knowledge Quarter (B-KQ) Collaboration Agreement. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 09:58:00 +0000 /news/article/1708/carers_voices_on_proud_display_at_birmingham_council_house Art created by carers from across Birmingham is now on permanent display in the Council House, thanks to the perseverance of Cabinet Member Cllr Mariam Khan. Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:59:00 +0000 /news/article/1712/plans_to_deliver_3500_homes_in_druids_heath_takes_a_step_forward Birmingham City Council’s cabinet has approved the award of the estate redevelopment contract to Lovell for the regeneration of Druids Heath. Tue, 20 Jan 2026 15:17:00 +0000 /news/article/1711/birmingham_to_launch_new_violence_against_women_and_girls_vawg_strategy_at_city_summit Birmingham City Council will tomorrow host a summit to launch its new VAWG Strategy, uniting partners to set the direction for prevention, safety and support across the city. Tue, 20 Jan 2026 13:53:00 +0000 /news/article/1710/more_than_35000_improvements_delivered_as_council_continues_record_housing_investment Thousands of tenants in Birmingham are now seeing the benefits of the country's biggest investment programme in council homes. Tue, 20 Jan 2026 10:40:00 +0000 /news/article/1709/novuna_uk_athletics_outdoor_championships_returns_to_birmingham_for_2026 Novuna UK Athletics Outdoor Championships will return to Birmingham in 2026, with the nation’s best athletes set to compete at the Alexander Stadium on 20–21 June. Fri, 16 Jan 2026 10:49:00 +0000 /news/article/1707/adopt_birmingham_praised_by_ofsted_maintains_good_rating_with_outstanding_leadership Birmingham City Council is proud to share that Adopt Birmingham, run by Birmingham Children’s Trust, has been rated “Good with Outstanding leadership” in its latest Ofsted inspection. Wed, 14 Jan 2026 13:43:00 +0000 /news/article/1706/council_welcomes_government_measures_to_make_pavements_safer Local authorities are to be given new powers to crack down on pavement parking. Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:34:00 +0000 /news/article/1705/holocaust_memorial_2026_commemoration_event_at_council_house Birmingham’s annual civic commemoration of Holocaust Memorial Day will be staged at the Council House later this month on 26 January. Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:01:00 +0000 /news/article/1704/birmingham_mobilises_to_protect_people_who_are_sleeping_rough_during_the_severe_weather Organisations and agencies across Birmingham have united to offer beds and support to people who sleep rough as temperatures fall. Thu, 08 Jan 2026 13:07:00 +0000 /news/article/1703/birmingham_city_council_celebrates_independent_travel_training_success_for_local_post_16_student Birmingham City Council’s Independent Travel Training celebrates a post‑16 student with BSL needs who now travels independently using two types of public transport—boosting confidence and freedom. Thu, 08 Jan 2026 12:14:00 +0000 /news/article/1702/working_hard_to_collect_waste_in_2025 Our waste crews have collected an average of around 1,750 tonnes of kerbside waste every collection day over the last year. Wed, 07 Jan 2026 14:48:00 +0000 /news/article/1701/entries_open_for_unity_5k_a_mass_running_event_in_birmingham_this_august Entries are officially open for the brand-new Unity 5K, a mass participation event that will see 1000s runners run the same marathon route as the Birmingham 2026 European Athletics Championships Mon, 05 Jan 2026 18:09:00 +0000