Birmingham bin collections suspended amid strike
Bin collections in Birmingham are suspended as agency workers join the strike. Rubbish piles up amid allegations of bullying and threats from council management. Read the latest.
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Birmingham bin strike escalates as agency workers walk out
All bin collections in Birmingham suspended after agency staff join the ongoing strike. Unite union claims bullying and blacklisting threats, while the council denies allegations. Find out the latest.
Birmingham bin strikes suspend all collections
Birmingham's bin collection service is suspended due to mass pickets by agency and council workers. The council aims to resume collections tomorrow. Read the latest on the dispute.
Agency workers join Birmingham bin strike action
Agency refuse workers in Birmingham join ongoing bin strikes over alleged bullying and harassment. Unite union warns dispute could continue beyond May elections.
Birmingham City's 62,000-seat stadium plans revealed
Birmingham City FC unveils designs for a revolutionary 62,000-capacity stadium, the 'Powerhouse', set to open by 2030. A £3bn project set to transform the city's skyline and become a global beacon for sport and entertainment.
Agency staff join Birmingham bin strike
Agency workers hired to cover Birmingham's long-running bin strikes are now joining the industrial action over claims of bullying and unsustainable workloads, potentially extending the dispute until 2026.
Birmingham bin strikes escalate as agency staff join
Birmingham's bin strikes are set to intensify as agency workers vote to join picket lines from 1 December. The dispute over pay and jobs could now extend beyond May's local elections.
Birmingham bin strike escalates with agency staff
Birmingham's bin strike intensifies as agency workers vote to join the picket lines from December 1, with Unite warning the dispute could last beyond May's local elections.
Villa beat Maccabi Tel Aviv 4-0 amid protests
Aston Villa secured a dramatic 4-0 victory against Maccabi Tel Aviv in a European night overshadowed by pro-Palestine protests and heightened security at Villa Park.
Villa win overshadowed by pitch protests
Aston Villa secured a 4-0 win against Maccabi Haifa amid dramatic pitch invasions by pro-Palestinian protesters, causing significant match delays at Villa Park.
Police clash with protesters at Israeli-linked Birmingham factory
West Midlands Police confronted demonstrators during tense Birmingham protests targeting an Israeli defence contractor factory. Latest updates on arrests and community tensions.
Aston Villa forfeit European match after fan violence
Aston Villa's Europa Conference League hopes ended in controversy as UEFA orders match forfeiture following violent clashes between home supporters and Israeli police at Villa Park.
Maccabi Tel Aviv fans banned from Aston Villa clash
UEFA imposes strict ban on Israeli club's supporters for Europa Conference League quarter-final at Villa Park after violent incidents in previous round.
Prince William visits Aston Villa training ground
The Prince of Wales made a surprise appearance at Aston Villa's training ground, meeting players and staff while showcasing his lifelong support for the Birmingham club ahead of their crucial European match.
Police apologise for wrongly targeting Aston Villa fans
West Midlands Police admits operational error after deploying dispersal orders against Aston Villa supporters following their team's Europa Conference League victory, sparking outrage from fans and local MPs.
Birmingham Indoor Market faces uncertain future
The iconic Birmingham Indoor Market, a cornerstone of the city's retail landscape for decades, faces an existential threat as traders and shoppers voice fears over its potential closure following redevelopment plans.
Birmingham bus firework attack: Nine arrested
Disturbing video captures the moment a packed Birmingham bus was deliberately targeted with fireworks in a reckless attack that endangered passengers. West Midlands Police confirm nine arrests following the terrifying incident.
Aston Villa crash out of Europe in penalty shootout drama
Aston Villa's European hopes ended in devastating fashion as Maccabi Haifa triumphed 4-3 on penalties after a thrilling 3-3 aggregate draw in the Europa Conference League play-offs.
Birmingham Council Bankruptcy: Inside Britain's Worst Council Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how accounting failures and political paralysis pushed Birmingham City Council into the biggest local government financial crisis in UK history, forcing devastating cuts to essential services.
Barriers Review: Birmingham Rep's Gripping Social Drama
Birmingham Rep's powerful new production 'Barriers' delivers a raw, thought-provoking examination of contemporary British society, exploring the invisible walls that separate us through compelling storytelling and innovative staging.
Birmingham German Market drops German signs in accessibility move
Birmingham's famous Frankfurt Christmas Market faces backlash after displaying English-only signs, raising questions about authenticity and cultural representation during the festive season.
Government urges Villa to release Maccabi Haifa tickets
UK government intervenes in Aston Villa's ticket sales for Europa Conference League match against Maccabi Haifa after heightened security alerts
Police probe security scare involving Israeli team at Villa Park
A major security alert involving Maccabi Tel Aviv's delegation at Birmingham's Villa Park has prompted a police investigation and government condemnation ahead of crucial European match.
Reeves scraps Birmingham NEST hub in economic shake-up
Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves has abruptly terminated the planned £150 million NEST innovation hub in Birmingham, marking one of her first major economic decisions and raising concerns about the UK's regional development strategy.
670 Grams: Birmingham's unlikely fine dining destination
Grace Dent discovers a culinary masterpiece in Birmingham's unlikeliest location, where chef Ben Tesh serves extraordinary food that challenges postcodes and perceptions.
Aston Villa faces legal action over Israeli fan ban
West Midlands Police and Birmingham City Council confront legal challenge after prohibiting Israeli football supporters from attending Europa Conference League match at Villa Park, sparking discrimination allegations.
Aston Villa ban Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from European match
Aston Villa take unprecedented security measures by banning all away supporters for their Europa Conference League match against Maccabi Tel Aviv, citing heightened tensions in the Middle East.
Government pushes to lift Maccabi Tel Aviv fan ban
Ministers are urging a last-minute reversal of the decision barring Israeli supporters from attending the Europa Conference League match at Villa Park, citing safety and diplomatic concerns.
Aston Villa fans protest against Maccabi Tel Aviv match
Villa Park witnesses emotional scenes as home supporters turn backs in silent protest during Europa Conference League clash, highlighting football's intersection with Middle East tensions
Birmingham: 95,000 children living in poverty
Shocking new data reveals Birmingham as England's child poverty capital, with nearly half of all children living in deprivation. Exclusive investigation uncovers the human stories behind the statistics.
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