/news Birmingham City Council Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Wed, 25 Jun 2025 00:55:48 +0000 Wed, 25 Jun 2025 00:55:48 +0000 /news/article/1588/landscape_improvements_for_perry_park_completed As part of the Legacy Project for the Alexander Stadium and Perry Park the council’s in-house landscape architects have worked with local residents on the design of new facilities for the park. Mon, 23 Jun 2025 16:17:00 +0100 /news/article/1587/a_bold_and_confident_vision_to_shape_birminghams_future_approved Shaping Birmingham’s Future Together, a bold vision setting out the shared ambitions of the city, its partners and citizens, and the Corporate Plan setting out the council’s priorities, were approved. Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:13:00 +0100 /news/article/1585/alexander_stadium_celebrates_the_completion_of_commonwealth_games-funded_legacy_transformation_project Alexander Stadium, host venue during the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, has marked a new chapter in its 48-year history following the completion of its Legacy Capital Redevelopment Programme. Wed, 18 Jun 2025 14:59:00 +0100 /news/article/1584/birmingham_recognised_for_taking_bold_leadership_on_environment Birmingham has been recognised as one of 112 cities across the globe that is taking bold leadership on environmental action and transparency. Wed, 18 Jun 2025 13:00:00 +0100 /news/article/1583/significant_boost_in_temporary_accommodation_for_birmingham Vulnerable families in Birmingham in need of temporary accommodation will benefit from the acquisition of a property in the city. Tue, 17 Jun 2025 16:25:00 +0100 /news/article/1581/how_birmingham_will_benefit_from_the_governments_spending_review Access to more affordable homes, increased funding for schools and their pupils, and investment in Birmingham’s transport networks are among the Chancellor’s spending priorities. Mon, 16 Jun 2025 12:53:00 +0100 /news/article/1580/no_one_left_behind_birmingham_highlights_vital_support_for_migrant_survivors_this_refugee_week As part of Refugee Week 2025 (16-22 June), Birmingham City Council is raising awareness of the life-saving support available for refugee and migrant survivors of domestic abuse. Mon, 16 Jun 2025 09:53:00 +0100 /news/article/1579/life-saving_bleed_kit_donated_to_local_shard_end_florist_as_part_of_citywide_safety_drive A new bleed control kit has been donated to a local florist in Shard End after it was stolen. Fri, 13 Jun 2025 16:29:00 +0100 /news/article/1578/operation_cloud_intensifies_council_enforces_new_single-use_vape_ban_from_1_june From 1 June 2025, the sale of single use vapes will be officially banned across England under new national legislation designed to protect public health and the environment. Thu, 12 Jun 2025 16:09:00 +0100 /news/article/1577/changes_to_saturday_opening_hours_of_library_buildings Following the integration of Birmingham City Council’s Community Libraries and Information services into the new Connected Communities model, there will be changes in Saturday library opening hours. Tue, 10 Jun 2025 16:44:00 +0100 /news/article/1576/measles_protect_yourself_your_family_and_your_community Measles cases have been increasing across Birmingham. Fri, 06 Jun 2025 08:49:00 +0100 /news/article/1575/76m_funding_set_to_boost_birminghams_status_as_city_of_choice_for_investors_and_residents Birmingham City Council is set to invest £76m into a range of projects aimed at boosting the city’s economy Thu, 05 Jun 2025 17:05:00 +0100 /news/article/1574/working_together_for_a_safe_and_festive_eid_al-adha_in_birmingham Birmingham City Council is sending warm wishes to all residents celebrating Eid al-Adha, a time of faith, community, and reflection for Muslim families across the city. Thu, 05 Jun 2025 11:52:00 +0100 /news/article/1573/birmingham_joins_global_cities_kyoto_and_jaipur_as_world_craft_city_status_awarded Birmingham has officially been recognised as a World Craft City - making it one of just eight in Europe to receive the prestigious designation from the World Crafts Council. Tue, 03 Jun 2025 09:54:00 +0100 /news/article/1572/latest_council_statement_on_injunction_hearing The city council has issued an updated statement on the injunction hearing on the waste service industrial action. Thu, 29 May 2025 13:55:00 +0100 /news/article/1571/birmingham_city_council_legal_injunction_against_unite This evening the Council was granted an interim injunction to ensure that the picketing and protesting behaviour outside of the Council’s three depots is in accordance with legal provisions. Fri, 23 May 2025 22:23:00 +0100 /news/article/1565/partnering_with_ape2o_to_reduce_plastic_waste ape2o has installed one of its water refill stations in Birmingham Wildlife Conservation Park, in a bid help eliminate single-use plastics in the park. Thu, 22 May 2025 07:30:00 +0100 /news/article/1570/an_update_on_libraries_in_sutton_coldfield Following the cabinet decision on 11 February to transform the library services, Sutton Coldfield’s town centre library will close on 27 June. Wed, 21 May 2025 14:37:00 +0100 /news/article/1569/councillor_zafar_iqbal_takes_office_as_birminghams_new_lord_mayor Birmingham City Council is proud to announce that Councillor Zafar Iqbal has officially taken office as the new Lord Mayor of Birmingham. Tue, 20 May 2025 17:23:00 +0100 /news/article/1568/prospectus_unveiled_to_promote_investment_opportunities_in_digbeth Birmingham City Council has unveiled a prospectus to promote the investment opportunities available across 10 development sites on 35 plots across Digbeth. Tue, 20 May 2025 10:02:00 +0100