Green Party pitch to Birmingham voters: 'We bring hope for real change' Tuesday, May 5, 2026 green birmingham elections council community housing environment politics waste change For the first time in its history, the Green Party is fielding candidates in every one of Birmingham’s 101 wards. This milestone reflects a surge in support and membership, fueled in part by the national profile of the … Read More
New Birmingham Bar Offers £5 Pints and a Taste of 17th-Century Tavern Life Tuesday, May 5, 2026 birmingham tavern ale guinness british history bar pub beer food A fresh addition to Birmingham’s vibrant nightlife, Stories Tavern is making waves with some of the city’s most affordable pints, including a classic Guinness for just £5. Housed at 103 Colmore Row beneath the renowned … Read More
Liberal Democrats Promise to Prioritize Safety and Cleanliness in Birmingham Tuesday, May 5, 2026 birmingham liberaldemocrats localelections community safety cleanliness council politics residents antisocialbehavior The Liberal Democrats are fielding 101 candidates in the upcoming Birmingham City Council elections on May 7, aiming to secure at least 51 seats to take majority control. If they fall short, they hope to become the largest … Read More
Conservatives Pledge to Clean Up Birmingham in Upcoming City Council Election Tuesday, May 5, 2026 birmingham conservatives localgovernment elections citycouncil cleanup housing roads community finances With 101 candidates contesting the Birmingham City Council elections, the Local Conservatives are determined to reclaim leadership by winning a majority of 51 seats. If a majority isn’t secured, they aim to be the largest … Read More
Birmingham Drivers Exploit Illegal Parking Trick Using Blue Badges Tuesday, May 5, 2026 birmingham parking bluebadge illegalparking disabledaccess motoring enforcement fraud disabledparking fines In Birmingham, a worrying trend has emerged as an increasing number of drivers are parking illegally on double yellow lines and in disabled parking bays by exploiting blue badge misuse. This deceptive practice involves … Read More
DVLA Ends EV Tax Exemption, Introducing New £200 Flat Rate Fee Monday, May 4, 2026 dvla ev tax ved electricvehicles roadtax emissions fuelduty rac vehicleregistration The DVLA has officially ended the vehicle tax exemption for electric cars, instituting a new £200 flat fee for most EV owners starting April 2026. Since April 2025, electric vehicles (EVs) have not been exempt from Vehicle … Read More