News archive
News published December 2022
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Birmingham’s libraries declare amnesty on late fees
People using the city’s libraries will not have to pay outstanding fees on overdue books, it has been announced today (28 December).
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Christmas Tree recycling opportunities after the 2022 festive season ends
As festivities draw to a close, Birmingham City Council has once again set up locations for residents to recycle their Christmas trees.
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City council granted injunction to ban street cruising
A High Court order banning street cruising across Birmingham has been granted to Birmingham City Council after its application was heard at Royal Courts of Justice in London yesterday (21 December).
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City council addresses community experiences around clinical care in new pregnancy and infant mortality report
Birmingham City Council in partnership with health and voluntary organisations, publish a report highlighting the lived experiences and recommendations to make healthier choices in women’s pregnancy.
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Council services over Christmas and New Year
As many families take a break over the holidays many council staff and partners will be working over the holidays to support residents.
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More than 100 Warm Welcome spaces now open across Birmingham
Birmingham’s Warm Welcomes network now has more than 100 spaces offering activities, community and support since it was launched in October.
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New £200k+ fund for Warm Welcomes grants launched to expand network
Birmingham City Council has announced a new grants scheme to help enhance the growing network of Warm Welcomes across the city today (16 December 2022).
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City council seeks injunction to ban street cruising
Birmingham City Council is seeking a High Court order to ban street cruising from all city roads, with an interim application to be heard in the Royal Courts of Justice in London next week (20 Dec)
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Stronger Communities funded Heritage Trails unveiled at celebration
Birmingham organisations awarded grants from the city council’s Stronger Communities fund have unveiled a network of trails navigating the city’s history.
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Frankfurt Christmas Market to open on Christmas Eve
Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market will stay open a day longer this year, with majority of its stalls opening on 24 December.