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Planning go-ahead for BBC’s new Digbeth HQ
BBC Birmingham’s move to a new state-of-the-art headquarters in Digbeth moved a significant step closer today, as The Tea Factory was given the green light by Birmingham City Council planners. Last summer the BBC announced plans...2023-03-16 733 0 -
International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day is observed annually on March 8 in order to recognise the contributions made by women, bring attention to gender inequality and discrimination, and encourage support for women around the world. In recognition of...2023-03-08 2093 0 -
Millions released from dormant accounts to support vulnerable people with cost of living
The most vulnerable people in society will be given additional support to deal with the cost of living, as £76 million tied up in forgotten accounts is unlocked. The cash will support people to get out...2023-03-07 790 0 -
Most vulnerable to be given more support to pay for court and tribunal fees
The scheme supports people on low incomes and with little to no savings with court and tribunal fees, ensuring a person’s financial situation does not limit their ability to seek justice. The government has launched a...2023-03-07 787 0 -
PM awards MND campaigner Rob Burrow the UK’s 2,000th Points of Light
Rob Burrow MBE, the former Leeds Rhino and England Rugby League player who has passionately campaigned for people with Motor Neurone Disease, was yesterday named by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak as the 2,000th recipient of the...2023-03-07 1427 0 -
Waste dumped near school lands offender with 40-hour community order
The dumper of waste near a primary school in the Bordesley and Highgate ward has been given a 40-hour community order as punishment for their offences following a prosecution brought by the council. Javeed Ahmadzai, aged...2023-03-06 506 0 -
Global Hero Zaf becomes Chair Of West Midlands Crimestoppers
The new West Midlands Chair for Crimestoppers is Mohammad Zafran also known as Zaf to everyone. In addition to being the Pride of Birmingham winner and the UK goodwill Ambassador for youth and community, Zaf...2023-03-02 1210 0 -
Empty Homes Week 2023
In the last financial year 2021/2022 The Empty Property Team at Birmingham City Council brought 267 homes back into residential use. From April 2022 to January 2023 the team brought an additional 184 homes back into...2023-02-28 640 0 -
Sahil gets 1 million hits for two new videos!!
Sahil Zafran is a young Music Artist from Birmingham, who through his melodious voice brings communities together. Sahil who from a young age has been reciting Nasheeds in praising the Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him)...2023-02-28 1180 0 -
Investment in new indoor athletics track strengthens city’s reputation for major events with strong community benefits
A new athletics track for Utilita Arena Birmingham, purchased by Birmingham City Council, is set to host its first event this weekend in the shape of the UK Athletics Indoor Championships. The track replaces the original,...2023-02-25 966 0
