With voter loyalty a distant memory, the Lib Dems’ cost of living policies and criticism of Trump could gain them ground

The popular party leader was in the city today to officially unveil the Liberal Democrats vision for Birmingham

Formal eviction proceedings are now underway following the arrival of a convoy of caravans and other vehicles onto Sheldon Country Park on Saturday.

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Birmingham City Council has plans to introduce new parking charges at Lickey Hills, Sutton Park and Sheldon Country Park

Unite says industrial action will last ‘for as long as it takes’ after 97% of workers in latest ballot vote to continue The bin strike in Birmingham could last until December after nearly 400 workers voted to continue industrial action. Unite, the trade union representing the striking workers, said 97% of workers voted in favour of further strike action in its latest ballot on a 75% turnout. Continue reading...

Resident’s health and wellbeing should always be the priority. Workers that are not striking must be allowed to do their job and keep the city clear of hazardous rubbish pile ups.

The Birmingham Smithfield scheme is set to transform the former wholesale markets near the Bullring shopping centre into a major new destination

Message to Birmingham Labour: "There is a Labour government, a Labour council and Labour Mayor. You’ve got nowhere to hide anymore, the responsibility is with you."

Strike action means that many are being left without a bin collection, and recycling is not being collected. Here are all future strike dates and updates for residents on what to do:

Birmingham City Council plans to increase council by around 7.5 per cent - a year after a rise of just under 10 per cent

But the government says the council can increase it by 7.5% without a local referendum.

12-day bin strike planned from early 2025 after crunch talks broke down between Unite and Birmingham city council

Check your rubbish, recycling and garden collection days.

Breaking news as the union representing refuse workers said 12 days of full strike action have been planned

Workers will be consulted on industrial action over plans that could see dozens lose pay, a union says.