Birmingham unveils its economic zones
• Zones combine spatial and economic planning to attract £1.5 billion of investment
• Six zones across the city have the potential to create nearly 50,000 jobs
Month long Black History celebrations at The Public
A series of community events, exhibitions and activities celebrating Black History will be taking place at The Public this October.
Queer Street set to launch
Final preparations are under way to launch the latest in string of business ventures by Birmingham businessman Lawrence Barton.
Gazebo Theatre presents Jamaica 50
The island of Jamaica has had many influences on Great Britain – 2012 marks the 50th anniversary of Jamaican Independence
Today is International Ataxia Awareness Day
Ataxia UK is the national charity that supports everyone affected by ataxia. For most ataxias, there is no cure, and research shows that just 7% of people in the UK have even heard of ataxia.
Coventry University students help rejuvenate schools in Jordan
Fourteen Coventry University students recently took part in a once in a lifetime trip to help improve one of Jordan’s most deprived schools.
GIF the City: Wolverhampton
The FLIP Festival is launching GIF the City, a new invigorating participatory project.
Public Meeting: No private profits from policing
The West Midland Police Authority is developing a Business Partnering for Policing Programme. What does this mean for West Midlands residents?