News archive
News published December 2020
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Birmingham reaches new deal to improve standards for homeless families
Birmingham City Council has today announced the start of a new partnership with Switch Hospitality Management (SWHM).
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Major Research Study to Assess Impact of COVID-19 on Central Business Districts
Study established by Colmore Business District, Birmingham which will provide the case study for The Future Business District
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City centre car park to close in January
Motorists who use one of the council’s city centre car parks are being warned that it will close next month.
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Joint statement from the seven West Midlands metropolitan authorities
As we approach the festive season, we have a very simple message for everyone in the West Midlands: The single biggest thing we can all do for our families and friends this Christmas is keep them safe
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New Alexander Stadium takes shape as impressive redevelopment progresses at pace
An inspection of the progress on the redevelopment of the Alexander Stadium ahead of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games was carried out by athletes and project partners today (December 16).
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Cabinet approval for Birmingham Smithfield contract
Birmingham City Council has agreed to enter into a joint venture agreement with Lendlease Europe for the £1.9bn Birmingham Smithfield development, following Cabinet’s approval earlier today (15 Dec).
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Brummies tune in to watch local chefs raise awareness for homelessness scheme
A virtual Cook-A-Long show hosted by Michelin-starred TV chef, Glynn Purnell, saw people tune in to raise awareness of West Midlands homelessness scheme, Change into Action.
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Six new Perry Barr street names to reflect community and Commonwealth Sport values
Six new roads forming part of the Perry Barr Residential Scheme have been officially named.
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Celebrating Communities: £2million council fund set to be created to help people celebrate Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games
A £2million fund to help residents in all 69 of the city’s wards feel involved with the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games is set for approval next week.
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Birmingham City Council develop communication campaign to further support disadvantaged communities
Birmingham City Council’s Public Health Division have successfully tendered for additional community support services to ensure COVID-19 and Test and Trace messages are shared widely with the city.
