National Grid Commits to Restoring Birmingham’s Colmore Row After Tarmac Controversy Monday, May 25, 2026 birmingham colmorerow nationalgrid tarmac restoration paving publicbacklash citycouncil utilityworks granite National Grid has vowed to restore Colmore Row in Birmingham’s city centre to its original, elegant state after the area was left marred by unsightly tarmac patches. The luxury granite paving stones laid just last year were … Read More
Conservatives Pledge to Clean Up Birmingham in Upcoming City Council Election Tuesday, May 5, 2026 birmingham conservatives localgovernment elections citycouncil cleanup housing roads community finances With 101 candidates contesting the Birmingham City Council elections, the Local Conservatives are determined to reclaim leadership by winning a majority of 51 seats. If a majority isn’t secured, they aim to be the largest … Read More
The Uncontested Election in New Frankley Amid Birmingham’s Fierce Council Race Monday, April 27, 2026 birmingham election newfrankley parishcouncil uncontested localgovernment councillors politics suttoncoldfield citycouncil Next month, Birmingham faces a crucial and highly competitive city council election, with hundreds of candidates vying for 101 seats. This race has expanded beyond the traditional three-party contest, now featuring up to six … Read More
Birmingham Families Left Without Clean Water for Four Weeks Amid Supply Crisis Tuesday, April 14, 2026 birmingham watersupply crisis newtown contamination wateroutage severntrent citycouncil repairs publichealth For a harrowing four weeks, residents of Stainsby Avenue in Birmingham’s Newtown area faced a severe water crisis that left many without reliable access to clean water. The situation escalated from initially low water … Read More
Birmingham Bin Workers Persist After Year-Long Strike Over Pay Friday, April 3, 2026 birmingham binworkers strike paydispute citycouncil picket publicsupport industrialaction laborrights municipalservices For over a year, bin workers in Birmingham have maintained a relentless strike, demanding fair pay from the City Council. What began as an all-out industrial action has gradually garnered widespread public sympathy, with … Read More
When Will Birmingham's 'Zombie Quarter' Rise Again? The Plan Revealed Wednesday, March 25, 2026 birmingham zombiequarter newstreet redevelopment heritage cinema architecture restoration citycouncil urbanrenewal A long-neglected section of Birmingham’s busiest street is on the verge of a remarkable transformation. The Grade II-listed building at 92-93 New Street, located opposite the lively ‘Chicken Quarter’ renowned for its array of … Read More