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Make sure your Ramadan donations reach those in need
Ramadan is a time of huge generosity among British Muslims, and the recent earthquake in Turkey and Syria, as well as the ongoing impact of the cost-of-living crisis, make it especially important that their charitable contributions...2023-03-20 1186 0 -
Over 70 cultural venues, museums and libraries supported with £60 million boost
More than 70 cultural organisations across the country are to be given a financial boost by the government so they can improve people’s access to arts, support local economic growth through culture and safeguard vital local...2023-03-20 1144 0 -
University sports students set to study at major Commonwealth Games venue
Birmingham City University today announces a £5million investment to fit out areas of the city’s Alexander Stadium that will serve as a world-class home for its sports and exercise-related courses. The eyes of the world were...2023-03-19 2005 0 -
First rapid chargers for electric vehicles – just 30 minutes to fully charge
Birmingham City Council has been working with Transport for West Midlands (TFWM) to install its first rapid Electric Vehicle (EV) charge points. Selly Oak station will be the first of a number of Park & Ride...2023-03-18 4445 0 -
Temporary border measures to enhance COVID surveillance from China removed
The Heathrow COVID testing surveillance programme delivered by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) will end. The programme was first introduced as a temporary measure in January 2023 to improve COVID surveillance of travellers arriving from...2023-03-17 1749 0 -
Government reaffirms support for the ban on hunting trophies
The Government made a manifesto commitment to ban imports of hunting trophies of endangered animals and today has supported the passage of Henry Smith MP’s Private Member’s Bill which delivers this. The Government will continue to...2023-03-17 526 0 -
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...2023-03-16 749 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 2108 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...2023-03-07 806 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...2023-03-07 804 0
