Major Redevelopment Set to Transform Birmingham’s Digbeth Warehouse Wednesday, December 3, 2025 birmingham digbeth forumdigbeth annexe redevelopment nightlife events music culture venue Birmingham’s vibrant nightlife is poised for a major upgrade as Forum Digbeth embarks on an ambitious redevelopment of The Annexe, an adjacent warehouse venue. This expansion will double the venue’s capacity from 2,000 to … Read More
24/7 Casino Approved on High Street Despite Warnings of ‘Significant Harm’ Friday, November 21, 2025 casino gambling bearwood crime publichealth sandwell nightlife licenses antisocial community A high street casino in Bearwood has been granted permission to operate 24 hours a day, despite warnings from public health officials and West Midlands Police about the potential negative impact on the community. The Admiral … Read More
Objection Raised Over Late-Night Expansion of Oldbury’s Liam’s Lounge Wednesday, November 19, 2025 oldbury liam’slounge sandwell noise licensing nightlife policing residential disturbance shisha Police and local authorities have formally objected to Liam’s Lounge’s application to extend its operating hours in Oldbury. The Italian restaurant and shisha bar, situated on Causeway Green Road, has requested permission … Read More
Five Essential Safety Tips for Women Enjoying a Night Out in Birmingham City Centre Sunday, November 16, 2025 birmingham safety women nightlife spiking police support community awareness protection Recent incidents in Birmingham city centre have understandably caused anxiety among many residents and visitors. Some people admit they now “think twice” before heading out, while others express a heightened fear of the city … Read More