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Birmingham City Council declares itself bankrupt
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...2023-09-07 3363 0 -
Penny Appeal Ridwana Wallace-Laher named CEO of the Year at the 2023 British Asian Professional Awards
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...2023-09-06 7802 0 -
Cannon Hill Park to step back in time to mark its 150th anniversary
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...2023-09-02 1552 0 -
Domestic abusers tagged on release and blocked from harassing victims from prison
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...2023-09-01 10138 0 -
London Trumps New York, Berlin And Barcelona As One Of The Most Culturally Appealing Cities To Visit
With September fast approaching, new international research from Censuswide reveals London has trumped New York, Barcelona and Athens, to be named one of the most culturally appealing cities to potential visitors. The research, commissioned by the lastminute.com London Eye,...2023-08-30 9304 0 -
Library of Birmingham celebrates 10th anniversary
We’re celebrating the life of libraries over 150 years in the city to mark the 10th anniversary of the Library of Birmingham. Throughout September and October, visitors to the iconic building will be able to look...2023-08-30 1049 0 -
Walsall Council taking court action to demolish derelict Brown Jug pub
The pub, which has been empty for over a decade, is in a bad state of repair and the Council is pushing for the building to be demolished and redeveloped. “ The Brown Jug is one...2023-08-17 6934 0 -
Celebrate National Burger Day with a limited edition Fat Hippo special and Hippo Hunt to win a £50 gift card!
Does a day dedicated to all things BURGER sound like a bit of you? Then we have the perfect date for your diaries, Thursday 24th August aka National Burger Day! Clear your schedules as it’s time...2023-08-17 8635 0 -
SAFARI PARK EXTENDS AN ENORMOUS WELCOME TO COCO
The 23-year-old male arrived at the Park on 9 August 2023 and has spent his first few days meeting his new keepers and settling into his new home. Coco was identified as a suitable match...2023-08-16 4998 0 -
Korean Air open routes to China and Japan
After three years and six months, Korean Air has started flying again on its several routes to China and Japan, including Changsha, Wuhan, Weihai, Fukuoka, and Nagoya. Five weekly flights between Seoul Incheon Airport (ICN) and...2023-08-14 13165 0
