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MUFPP is an international agreement on urban food policies signed by over 200 cities from all over the world. Birmingham City Council has been serving as an MUFPP Steering Committee member for the past two years....

The American comedy legend Preacher Moss returns to the UK to headline the Super Muslim Comedy Tour 2023, which celebrates the comedic powers of superheroes and their side-splitting performances. This year sees Fathiya Saleh, Abdullah Afzal, Omar Badawy, Jeff Mirza, Muhsin Yesilada, Farhan Solo , Salman...

Record high energy bills are taking a negative toll on the wellbeing of West Midlands billpayers, with six in 10 (61%) admitting to being worried about fuel poverty, and those the most concerned falling within the...

Birmingham charity workers have described the dignity and resilience shown by survivors of the Morocco earthquake as they look to rebuild their lives.More than 2,800 people were killed and entire villages reduced to rubble in the...

West Midland Safari Park has submitted planning for the next stage of their long-term development strategy, which includes luxury lodges overlooking new hippo and African wild dog environments. Four lodges will offer incredible views of African...

Birmingham’s clean air zone (CAZ) has reduced the levels of nitrogen dioxide gas (NO2) – an air pollutant which adversely affects people’s health, a new study reveals. University of Birmingham scientists used an innovative technique to...

Photo credit: Birmingham Live The largest local authority in the nation, Birmingham City Council, has formally declared bankruptcy after filing a section 114 notice, indicating that it lacks the funds to balance its budget. Council leaders...

In a momentous recognition of her exceptional leadership and achievements, Penny Appeal’s Ridwana Wallace-Laher has been awarded the prestigious title of CEO of the Year at the inaugural edition of The 1st British Asian Professional Awards...

One of Birmingham’s biggest parks will celebrate its 150th anniversary by stepping back into the Victorian era this month. A free, family event will be staged in Cannon Hill Park on Saturday 9 September to celebrate...

Through the scheme, which will launch in the East and West Midlands, any offender who poses a threat to a former partner or their children can now be forced to wear an electronic tag, protecting victims...