Update issued on Birmingham garden waste service as council bins boss recognises ‘frustration’

Birmingham City Council has said it is currently unable to reintroduce the garden waste service as the bins strike continues ...
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Birmingham council approves water works buy for $1 as lawsuits mount for and against new law

The Birmingham City Council today unanimously approved an agreement to buy the assets of the Birmingham Water Works Board. The move begins a process that could take months, including a legal fight ...
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Birmingham passes record $591 million budget, despite concerns from council

The Birmingham City Council on Tuesday approved Mayor Randall Woodfin’s $591 million budget, despite some concerns. Birmingham council member Valerie Abbott threatened to delay a vote over her ...

Five moments from turbulent year under Birmingham council - from ‘cat-sized’ rats to councillor resignations

When an all-out Birmingham City Council election is held in May, it’ll follow a challenging and unprecedented couple of years ...

Four major risks facing Birmingham City Council despite ‘positive direction’

Commissioners at crisis-hit Birmingham Council praised 'improved performance in some areas' - but also warned of ongoing challenges such as the bins strike ...