Birmingham

Saturday, July 11, 2026 birmingham history postboxes trams skylights churchyard edwardviii hs2 raymondbessone urbanheritage

With over 150 years of experience exploring Birmingham, reporters at the Birmingham Mail have uncovered remarkable tales behind the city’s most overlooked landmarks. While a guided tour for everyone would be impossible, we’re … Read More

Saturday, July 11, 2026 birmingham culinary youth education community training cooking chef apprenticeship empowerment

Adam Pickett, a renowned Birmingham chef with global experience and a history of cooking for football stars like Marc Albrighton and Jamie Vardy, is on a mission to empower young people in his community through cooking. … Read More

Saturday, July 11, 2026 birmingham airport parking fines bluebadge dropoff anpr redroute disabled motorcycles

Birmingham Airport has clear parking regulations designed to keep traffic flowing safely and efficiently for all visitors. Whether you’re dropping off someone, picking up passengers, or parking long-term, understanding these … Read More

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Amir Khan, a 25-year-old Pakistani national, has been sentenced to 30 years in prison with an additional six years on licence after being convicted of attempting to murder his wife, Madia Bano, in Birmingham. Khan’s brutal … Read More

Saturday, July 11, 2026 birmingham american relocation citylife community culture lifestyle expat history uk

Stephen Pihlaja, an American who relocated to Birmingham in 2014, has found a deep appreciation for the vibrant city life in his adopted home. Since making the move, he has embraced Birmingham’s unique culture, … Read More

Saturday, July 11, 2026 solihull cannabis smuggling drugtrafficking uklaw dubai birmingham sentencing crime court

Nathan Corfield, a 21-year-old from Solihull, has been found guilty of smuggling 32 kilograms of cannabis into the United Kingdom. The incident occurred as Corfield returned from Dubai on Christmas Eve 2024, carrying the … Read More

Saturday, July 11, 2026 pests infestation foodhygiene healthinspection cockroaches mice birmingham sweets restaurant foodafety

Kundun Sweets Ltd, located on Warwick Road in Acocks Green, Birmingham, has been fined £30,000 after a significant pest infestation was uncovered at the premises. Environmental health officers discovered widespread cockroach … Read More

Saturday, July 11, 2026 birmingham murder suspect acocksgreen manhunt reward zachariahliburd attack police investigation

Six months after a violent attack in Acocks Green, Birmingham, the suspect, 22-year-old Zachariah Liburd, is still on the run. In response to the ongoing investigation, authorities have issued a £10,000 reward for information … Read More

Friday, July 10, 2026 birmingham cleanairzone emissions charges fines vehicles compliance caz pollution transport

Since its launch on June 1, 2021, Birmingham’s Clean Air Zone (CAZ) has been operational 24/7 to improve air quality in the city centre. Drivers need to be fully aware of the CAZ boundaries, rules, charges, and potential … Read More

Friday, July 10, 2026 walsall policing birmingham driving dangerousdriving speeding policechase sentencing law dui

Idris Husmani, a 21-year-old father from Walsall, has been handed a 12-month custodial sentence, suspended for 18 months, after engaging in a high-speed police chase in Birmingham. Husmani was driving at speeds reaching 90mph … Read More

Friday, July 10, 2026 birmingham food drink venues closures hospitality drinks festival stirchley icedcoffee

Hello Food Club friends, Kirsty here! After a power walk through the city in scorching 100-degree heat—complete with an Anderson and Hill sandwich mishap—I’m back with your latest Birmingham food and drink briefing. You might … Read More

Friday, July 10, 2026 birmingham pub refurbishment hospitality harborne brewery conservation community planning eventspace

Plans to refurbish The New Inn, a beloved pub in Birmingham’s Harborne district, have been approved by local planners amidst concerns about the struggling hospitality sector. Joule’s Brewery acquired The New Inn in May … Read More

Friday, July 10, 2026 birmingham binstrike council dispute settlement unite legal risk finance wastemanagement

Birmingham’s ongoing bin strike is set to cost the city council up to £70 million by the end of the year if left unresolved, according to a leaked internal report. This confidential 40-page document, obtained by … Read More

Friday, July 10, 2026 birmingham oracle it council erp finance technology implementation crisis publicsector

Birmingham City Council will officially ‘go live’ once again with its long-troubled Oracle IT transformation project on August 18, following an extensive £144 million overhaul. Despite two years of preparation, … Read More

Friday, July 10, 2026 birmingham train strikes heatwave westmidlands railway disruption timetable networkrail passengers

Train passengers travelling across Birmingham and the West Midlands are being advised to expect significant service disruptions on Friday 10 and Saturday 11 July due to strike action and extreme heat. Workers from the TSSA … Read More

Friday, July 10, 2026 birmingham infestation foodsafety pestcontrol jkfoods fines hygiene regulations health contamination

JK Foods 24-7 Ltd, a Birmingham-based food retailer, along with its director Jamil Zamankhail, has been fined a total of £16,000 after pleading guilty to six charges related to food safety violations. The charges stemmed from … Read More

Friday, July 10, 2026 assault birmingham family violence court sentencing injury sibling remorse crime

A violent altercation unfolded in Birmingham when Carl Gloster, 58, assaulted his sister in the wake of a family dispute triggered by the news of their brother’s death. The incident, which left the victim with serious … Read More

Friday, July 10, 2026 birmingham students rubbish sellyoak university cleanup residents waste summer council

As thousands of students from the University of Birmingham depart for the summer break, the streets surrounding Selly Oak and Bournbrook have been left strewn with piles of rubbish. Overflowing wheelie bins and discarded … Read More

Friday, July 10, 2026 westmidlands police misconduct arrest birmingham professionalism accountability discipline grossmisconduct integrity

PC Field, a West Midlands Police officer, was found to have attempted to wipe his phone after being arrested at a Birmingham police station. The incident led to an investigation into his conduct, revealing significant … Read More

Thursday, July 9, 2026 lidl birmingham hallgreen supermarket development planning demolition jobs landscaping breeam

Birmingham City Council has approved plans for a new Lidl supermarket to replace the 29-year-old Wickes DIY store on Stratford Road in Hall Green. The proposed development includes demolishing the existing store to make way … Read More

Thursday, July 9, 2026 birmingham family freeevents budgetfriendly snoopy swimming charity festivals playsets wellbeing

Hello, Zoe here, parenting editor at BirminghamLive and Brummie Mummies. With the school holidays approaching and budgets tightening, I’ve rounded up some fantastic free and low-cost activities to enjoy with your kids in … Read More

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Chad Lee, a 36-year-old father from Birmingham, is set to miss crucial moments in his baby daughter’s early years after being recalled to prison. Lee was discovered storing £24,600 worth of cocaine at a Midland storage … Read More

Thursday, July 9, 2026 birmingham preseason football championship transfers injuries tactics midfield defence wingers sport

Birmingham City has intensified its pre-season preparations during their training camp in Portugal, with the first friendly match against Huddersfield Town scheduled for Friday at Estadio da Nora. This match will give Chris … Read More

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 nhs brainaneurysm rehabilitation spain airambulance birmingham retirement family healthcare fundraising

Paul Gaynor, a dedicated NHS worker from Birmingham, and his wife Penny had been eagerly anticipating their retirement to sunny Spain after decades of service to healthcare in the UK. But their dream took a devastating turn … Read More