Feeling the benefit
One local TV programme has caused more controversy than any other topic this week.
To lose once may be unfortunate…
Dave Woodhall gets Wilde about Villa’s FA Cup defeat.
Open government
Could Birmingham become “A truly citizen-centric council”? Professor David Bailey hopes so.
It’s our year pt. 57
Dave Woodhall looks forward to Villa’s impending cup glory. It’s better than looking at their league form.
Digital Native plugs into Birmingham’s tech talent
Apprenticeships provider aiming to create 400 local jobs aided by the local talent pool and active business community.
Situations vacant
Villa’s run of poor form leads Dave Woodhall to draw an obvious conclusion.
Arts Connect investment boosts arts activities
Creative career opportunities will follow grant awards.
Holders Lane Playing Fields protected for community use
Kingsbridge Project board member Amanda Smith tells us about their activities.
Long-haul Birmingham flights cleared for take off
Airline to launch JFK and Dhaka from Birmingham Airport.
Birmingham makes its mark in 2013
City enjoys record-breaking year across tourism and inward investment sectors.
Flu – it’s not too late to vaccinate
Call from city heath chiefs.
Politicians back Birmingham food bid
A bid by the Birmingham Balti Association to gain the European Union’s coveted Traditional Speciality Guaranteed status has gained approval in the European Parliament.
Birmingham Airport welcomes recognition from Davies Commission
But air report criticised by marketing chiefs.
Call for government action on shell companies
Local MP amongst group seeking to end corporate anonymity.
City events stalwart retires after 25 years
Reflects on business tourism career spanning quarter of a century
It’s come round quickly again
Dave Woodhall on Villa’s annual defeat at home to Manchester United.
Robbing Peter to pay Paul
Does Birmingham city council spend wisely? Alan Clawley thinks not.
Battered but not beaten
Andy Munro on Blues’ successful trip to the seaside.
Throwing it away
Alan Clawley on a lack of council service.
Businesses invited to kick-start the New Year
Seminar aims to help city business chiefs.
Christmas is coming to Southside
Birmingham’s most diverse district is spreading Christmas joy to its visitors this season with an array of festivities.
Birmingham student becomes city’s Young Poet Laureate
Local girl chosen for literary honour.
Bristol Street renovation reaches completion
Commercial opportunities still available.
Mandela tribute announced
Artists, poets, musicians and community representatives coming together to pay tribute.
Wanna be a star?
Local bands needed for theatre production.
Birmingham supports campaign to reduce domestic violence and abuse
Council and agencies working together.
Stand up for Birmingham
Positive start for council plans.
New sponsorship announced for German Market
Community engagement for local company.
Christmas descends on Longbridge
Festive fun in new shopping area.
Breathing new life into the Old Rep
Company sought to run historic theatre,