A library is not just a building
Friends of the Central Library: “Save the building but we’re just as worried about what is happening to the service itself”, writes Alan Clawley.
Up The Forum
Alan Clawley questions the openness of The Forum and reminds us ‘public’ spaces are becoming hard to find.
Moseley Bog’s a winner
Ent wives may still be hard to find but Tolkien’s playground has benefited from a cash donation
Advantage West Midlands under fire over toxic Walsall site
A public agency refused to reveal levels of pollution on one of the most contaminated sites in Europe – fearing it might halt plans for opencast coal mining.
Look into The Cube
Birmingham’s latest ‘landmark’ destination, The Cube, will host a VIP open weekend
Relaxing in Northants
If you can relax and unwind in a “bustling” atmosphere, then Whittlebury Hall is the spa experience for you, says Ros Dodd.
Birmingham’s John Madin designed library: Demolishing arguments
Alan Clawley continues to rebut the critics of the Birmingham Central Library that architect John Madin designed.
Localise West Midlands reporting
LWM launch of Green Deal & Fuel Poverty report
“No Hidden agenda on planning changes” FoE respond
The coalition government is hoping to push through changes to planning regulations
Wildlife Trust Opposes English Badger Cull
The Wildlife Trust has written to Members of Parliament asking them to oppose a licensed badger cull in England.
The Battle for Stirchley
There’s a power struggle going on in Stirchley, the up-and-coming suburb of South Birmingham that many people are touting as ‘the new Kings Heath’
Tower envy in the city
Alan Clawley writes in defence of architect John Madin
Exclusive: Ashley Blake on life behind bars
Ros Dodd interviewed Ashley Blake shortly after his release from prison in 2010
Bring Back the King
When it comes to art Andy Munro knows what he likes.
Bournville Lane Baths open day
Saturday, September 3rd affords what is expected to be the last opportunity for the public to see inside the 100-year old Bournville Lane Baths.
The Birmingham Council myth machine
Here’s how the Council operates. First it decides what it wants to do. Then it fits the facts around its decision.
Moseley Road baths – update
Asbestos delays re-opening of Moseley Road Baths
Help For Local Traders
Assistance for local businesses affected by the recent riots has been unveiled.
If cars were designed by architects…
Alan Clawley explores the difference twixt things that move and things that don’t.
Laying the blame II
Alan Clawley writes,”…. they are invariably inflamed by economic disadvantage and gross inequality”
City Park Development Update
Further work has begun on the new Eastside development in Birmingham.
West Mids Police update on disorder
West Midlands Police continue to deal with some instances of disorder across the region.
ETOA statement on riots in London
The European Tour Operators Association (ETOA) has just put out the following statement about the riots in London.
City Centre Update
Latest news from the problems in Birmingham city centre.
Don’t predict a riot
West Midlands Police are aware of some disorder in Birmingham city centre.
Poisoned legacy seeps out
If I was to offer you a glass of water saying; “Incidentally it’s poisoned……
Retirement Village to Spring Up
Plans for the former Lucas site in Acocks Green have been revealed.
Birmingham Youngsters “We Want To Swim” Demo
As the six-week school summer holidays start a group of frustrated parents and children descended on Moseley Road
Paradise lost?
Alan Clawley raises questions concerning the redevelopment plans for Birmingham’s Paradise Circus
Charity ends at the Council House
So what exactly is the point of merging the Millennium Point Trust and Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery as announced this week?