'Masked Gangs and Death Threats' Spark Urgent Calls for Safety in Birmingham's Upcoming Election Friday, March 27, 2026 birmingham election democracy intimidation harassment safety council politics campaign candidates As Birmingham gears up for its pivotal local elections on May 7, alarming reports of masked gangs loitering near polling stations, death threats, slashed tyres, and ongoing police investigations have brought voter and … Read More
Birmingham Airport Cancels Multiple Flights Amid Middle East Crisis – March 26 Thursday, March 26, 2026 birmingham airport flights cancellation middleeast crisis emirates iran us gulf Birmingham Airport (BHX) has announced the cancellation of several flights today, Thursday, March 26, due to the continuing conflict in the Middle East. The airport, a vital hub for travel to the Gulf states, has suspended … Read More
Inside Bull Ring Market: Traders Claim ‘Council Driving Us Out’ Amid Rising Charges and Declining Conditions Thursday, March 26, 2026 bullring birmingham traders servicecharges market council antisocial security decline relocation Traders at Birmingham’s Bull Ring Indoor Market are sounding the alarm over rising service charges, poor conditions, and a lack of security that they say is pushing their businesses to the brink. With service bills reaching … Read More
First Images Reveal Striking 21-Storey Student Living Tower to Transform Birmingham Skyline Thursday, March 26, 2026 birmingham studenthousing architecture glancynicholls landmarkproperties skyline development urbanplanning pbsa sustainability Birmingham is set to welcome a bold new architectural landmark with the approval of a 21-storey student accommodation tower at 120 Suffolk Street. The development, recommended for approval last week by Birmingham City … Read More
Peacemaker Killed in Birmingham Pub Brawl Remains Unsolved After Nearly Two Decades Wednesday, March 25, 2026 birmingham murder pubbrawl unsolved davidweaver investigation community justice violence police David Weaver, a 45-year-old father from Birmingham, lost his life after being viciously attacked while trying to break up a violent brawl at the Hare and Hounds pub in Erdington nearly 17 years ago. Known as a peacemaker, … Read More
When Will Birmingham's 'Zombie Quarter' Rise Again? The Plan Revealed Wednesday, March 25, 2026 birmingham zombiequarter newstreet redevelopment heritage cinema architecture restoration citycouncil urbanrenewal A long-neglected section of Birmingham’s busiest street is on the verge of a remarkable transformation. The Grade II-listed building at 92-93 New Street, located opposite the lively ‘Chicken Quarter’ renowned for its array of … Read More