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Public urged not to touch sick or dead birds – as avian influenza confirmed by Defra in Birmingham
Confirmed cases of Avian Flu have been discovered within the wild bird population in the city. The Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) and the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) have confirmed...2022-01-16 1066 0 -
New support grant for businesses amid Omicron concerns
Birmingham City Council is continuing to deliver its mission to support independent businesses with a new round of business grants. Following the Government’s latest announcement, businesses impacted by Omicron in Birmingham can now apply for the funding...2022-01-15 1421 0 -
Cat and Mouse game ends up in Court for trader selling illegal tobacco
The director of a former Walsall shop, where more than 6000 illegal cigarettes and over 1kg of hand-rolling tobacco was discovered in August 2018, has finally been brought to justice. Ramen Amini appeared before Walsall Magistrates...2022-01-12 2030 0 -
Jigsaw Birmingham Dignity Distribution – HOW MUCH IS YOUR SISTERS DIGNITY WORTH?
HOW MUCH IS YOUR SISTERS DIGNITY WORTH? “It’s very sad, it’s humiliating. Women are using tissue papers (as sanitary pads). Some of them are cutting their childs diapers in two, some use newspapers, some use old...2022-01-11 1901 0 -
Who goes first on the UK highways according to the new Highway Code hierarchy?
29 January 2022 is the day when greater protection should be given to the safety of active travellers as the Government’s proposed hierarchy of road users takes effect. The addition of the hierarchy to The Highway...2022-01-08 2316 0 -
Amritpal Maan awarded an OBE for his services to Charity and Community
Amritpal Singh Maan, known to most as Amrit Maan, is among those named on the New Year’s Honours List 2022. Amrit has been awarded an OBE in recognition for his services to Charity and Community. Those...2022-01-01 2122 0 -
BIRMINGHAM’S ACTIVE CLINIC CELEBRATES FIVE SUCCESSFUL YEARS OF BUSINESS
Active Clinic, based on Birmingham’s Hagley Road, recently celebrated five years in business with a lavish party attended by VIP guests, celebrities, and sports stars including Lord Mayor of Birmingham Councilor Muhammad Afzal, Love Island’s Idris...2021-12-22 635 0 -
Christmas is a Time for Virtual Giving in aid of Midlands Air Ambulance Charity
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity is asking local people to give the perfect present this festive season to help meet the rising costs of its lifesaving missions. The charity is seeking support through online donations to fund...2021-12-19 1551 0 -
DEC Afghanistan Crisis Appeal raises £9.5 million in first 24 hours as well-known figures urge public to “act fast
The Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) appeal for desperate Afghan families facing extreme hunger this winter has raised £9.5 million in its first 24 hours. With donations still coming in, high profile supporters including Gillian Anderson have called on...2021-12-17 2658 0 -
Electric bikes available to hire for the first time in Birmingham
From 8 December 2021, electric bikes may be hired from any of Birmingham’s 85 docking stations situated in the most popular areas. Ebike hire is part of the Birmingham Transport Plan to lower pollution and increase health by...2021-12-07 1459 0
