Mystery Litter-Picker Takes Birmingham Street Clean-Up Requests Amid Bin Strikes Saturday, January 17, 2026 litter cleanliness birmingham environmentalism community binstrikes urban activism sustainability volunteering A mysterious figure known only as ‘DailyRubbish’ has been making waves across Birmingham, responding to growing calls for street clean-ups amid ongoing bin strikes. Armed with a cart-on-wheels and a litter picker, … Read More
Planning Permission Denied for Two-Bedroom Home Due to Overdevelopment Concerns Saturday, January 10, 2026 planning overdevelopment housing worcester urban development sunlight parking council architecture Worcester City Council has refused planning permission for a two-bedroom detached house proposed alongside 24 Avon Road. The council described the development as an example of “overdevelopment,” stressing the … Read More
A Glimpse of Birmingham in 1956 Thursday, January 1, 2026 birmingham 1956 westmidlands history photography urban transformation architecture postwar heritage The year 1956 captures a very different Birmingham from the bustling, modern city we know today. These vintage photographs offer a fascinating window into the streets, architecture, and daily life of the West Midlands over … Read More
Photos from 1978 That Show How Birmingham Has Changed Friday, December 26, 2025 birmingham history 1978 westmidlands transformation urban photography landmarks architecture heritage Step back in time with these captivating photos from 1978 that reveal just how much Birmingham has evolved. From bustling city streets to iconic landmarks, these images capture a moment in the city’s history and … Read More
Birmingham's Hidden Brutalist Gems: Exploring the City's Overlooked Architectural Legacy Thursday, December 25, 2025 brutalism birmingham architecture concrete urban buildings design postwar heritage cityscape Birmingham is home to a remarkable collection of Brutalist architecture, reflecting an era when bold, raw concrete designs shaped the urban landscape. While some Brutalist buildings in the city are well-known landmarks, many … Read More
Birmingham’s Top Violent Crime Hotspots Revealed: See Where Your Area Ranks Wednesday, December 24, 2025 birmingham crime violence hotspots knifecrime police statistics safety urban offences Recent crime statistics from West Midlands Police have highlighted the areas in Birmingham with the most concerning records for violence and sexual offences between October 2024 and September 2025. The data reveals that … Read More