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.
mac birmingham one year on…
mac birmingham re-opened just over a year ago
We’re All Going….
Andy Munro reports on the start of Blues’ Euro-adventures.
Town Hall/Symphony Hall Listings
New acts announced are an eclectic mix even by these venues’ standards.
Funerals To Take Place Tomorrow For Car Victims
The funerals of Shazad Ali, Haroon Jahan and Abdul Musavir will take place tomorrow.
Smash’n’Grab
There are many explanations being put forward. Dave Woodhall says the simplest is close to the truth.
One City One Voice
Parking information has been issued ahead of Sunday’s community event in Summerfield Park.
Laying the blame II
Alan Clawley writes,”…. they are invariably inflamed by economic disadvantage and gross inequality”
Police Tactics Working
This evening seems to have passed off relatively quietly
The True Face of our City
Just for a change Dave Woodhall’s been to a football match. He was encouraged by what he saw.
City Park Development Update
Further work has begun on the new Eastside development in Birmingham.
Disturbances – Latest Update
West Midlands Police are reporting that the region is returning to normal
West Mids Police update on disorder
West Midlands Police continue to deal with some instances of disorder across the region.
Ambulance Crews in “Busy Night”
West Midlands Ambulance Service have commented on their work during last night’s disturbances.
Of Birmingham and the Crazies
From Richard Lutz It’s an eerie feeling to walk up to your high street to see if it stills exists. With Birmingham city centre being trashed, 130 arrests (and rising), clashes in Brindley Place and Soho Road under siege , would my own local shops be destroyed? Would I be walking over glass and remains…
City Centre Update
Latest news from the problems in Birmingham city centre.
The Balti Debate
Balti expert Andy Munro responds to criticism of the great Brummie tradition.
Jamaica Live! Free family festival is an Olympic win for the city
Punch Records is inviting the people of Birmingham to join Levi Roots, the Reggae Philharmonic Orchestra, top local music acts, family-friendly comedians, storytellers and artists for a free afternoon
Town Hall & Symphony Hall News
Here’s the latest acts annouced from the two city centre venues.
Paradise lost?
Alan Clawley raises questions concerning the redevelopment plans for Birmingham’s Paradise Circus
Cello hits the right notes at Birmingham Airport
A private charter company based in the Midlands has its fleet firmly off the ground, after celebrating its first 12 months since take off.
Kiss my badge? Kiss my….
Bluenosed Andy Munro aims his wrath in a north-easterly direction.
The Heat, Brummies and The Long Long Evenings
I’m not one to go on and on about Birmingham. Just like I was never one to go on and on about other cities I lived in
The China Visit, Human Rights and Wrongs
Two Chinese faces peep out from the front pages of the papers this week: Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao and activist Ai Weiwei.
What’s On at Birmingham Town Hall and Symphony Hall
Here’s some more upcoming attractions at the two venues
The Cube offers exclusive sneak preview
The Cube will host an exclusive first-look event to launch its second phase of new apartments
Launch of new music, culture and learning centre in Digbeth
Birmingham’s Eastside became a melting pot of creativity earlier this month with the much anticipated launch of the city’s newest multi-purpose music studios, education and training venue
New Brum dining guide launched
Here’s a handy way to work out where to eat in Birmingham.
Dental school move
“They only have to label the old building ‘Not fit for the 21st Century’, mention ‘asbestos’, ‘concrete cancer’, or bad plumbing, to win public sympathy…”
Birmingham – Gourmet Destination
The third Birmingham International Food Fair takes place later this month.