As someone who fought tooth and nail to keep HS2 on track, last week’s decision to shelve the project from Birmingham to Manchester was very disappointing. Despite determined lobbying, the Prime Minister chose to move in a different direction, refocusing HS2 money to invest in local networks in
West Midlands Mayor Andy Street has welcomed news that Sutton Coldfield’s historic Town Hall is set to receive a ‘game-changing’ cash injection of up to £1million which will not only secure the future of the much-loved landmark but also consolidate a community hub creating jobs and up to 20 new a
It’s coming back! The St Patrick's Day parade is set to return after a five-year hiatus next year, and I wanted to use my column this month to congratulate and thank everyone at the Birmingham Irish Association for making it happen.
Last Summer, the eyes of the world were on us as we hosted the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games – and we delivered in spectacular style. Just over a year later, we’ve all seen the deeply disturbing news that Birmingham City Council has issued a Section 114 Notice.
The sale of the Gracechurch Shopping Centre represents a ‘huge opportunity’ to unlock new investment in Sutton Coldfield’s town centre, says West Midlands Mayor Andy Street.
The bull is coming home. Final preparations are now being made to welcome the star of last year’s Commonwealth Games to Birmingham’s bustling New Street station. Once in place on the station’s futuristic concourse the iconic beast will greet the visitors who are now coming to our region.
Last autumn, businesses faced a catastrophic rise in energy costs. A number of factors combined to create a historic spike in prices, impacting on business of all kinds, from major manufacturers to community coffee shops.