A better repairs service for Birmingham City Council tenants and leaseholders is now live. The new service will be delivered by Equans, WPS and Mears, working alongside the council to support our investment of more than £200 million every year in council homes.

If you, or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, find where to get help, follow link in comments👇 #HelpinBrum

🚫 Stay out of open water 💧 Cold water shock can happen even on hot days ⚠️ Hidden hazards, deep water & strong currents put lives at risk Let’s keep everyone safe — enjoy the view, don’t go in 🙏 We have more information on the website, link in comments👇

🚨 Fly-tipping crackdown! 🚨 This vehicle was caught and seized following illegal dumping. We’re taking action to keep our communities clean and protected. 📢 See fly-tipping? Report it and help us catch offenders

This 5.6-acre site off Boleyn Road, Rubery, is ready for the construction of 70 new affordable homes. 🏘️ ✔️ 100% affordable and all for social rent or share ownership Our aim is to build 1,000 affordable homes a year in Birmingham by working in partnership with developers.

🏃 Free Park Run 5k events take place in several city parks at 9am on Saturdays 🎊 This weekend Park Run will mark their 1,000,000th event 👨‍👩‍👧‍👧 Fancy joining in the fun at any of the Brum runs? They’re open to everyone Link in the comments to find your nearest👇

🗓️ Did you know today is International Picnic Day? So, why not enjoy a blanket banquet? 🌳 There’s plenty of pretty picnic spots across Birmingham – with more than 640 parks and green spaces to visit, from Sutton Park to the Lickey Hills Find a park near you 👇 #SummerinBrum

Choosing to walk 🚶 or cycle🚲 instead of driving will not only help improve the city’s air quality but boost your mood too. 😀 Follow the link in comments to explore all the ways to walk or cycle across this city this #CleanAirDay #HelpinBrum

If you are finding it difficult to afford food, follow the link to help you find your local foodbank via Google maps. https://orlo.uk/p3Uo3 #HelpinBrum

Are you feeling overwhelmed by money worries?🪙 Money Saving Expert offers free debt advice and support to people struggling with debt and mental health - and the people who care for them. Follow the link in comments for helpful ways to manage debt.👇 #HelpinBrum

💻👀Interested in the future governance of Birmingham City Council? Watch our live webcast of the Annual General Meeting of the council from 6pm on Friday 5 June. Join here https://orlo.uk/kPDyB #BCCLive #BhamCityCouncil

On 18 May the High Court granted a 6 month extension for the injunction against persons unknown, preventing them from blocking the council's waste vehicles This is until 20 Nov 2026, final determination of the claim or further order The judgement is now published & can be accessed on the website

Save energy and cut bills! ⚡ 🏡 See if you’re eligible for free insulation, solar panels, or a heat pump. Find out more, link in comments #HelpinBrum

If you’re finding it difficult to manage money, deal with debt, or make ends meet, you’re not alone and support is available. Free advice services across Birmingham can help you understand your options and find a way forward that works for you. Find out more via link in comments #HelpinBrum

From parkruns to tai chi and walking groups to tennis, there are lots of free outdoor activities across Birmingham. 🏃 🎾 🚶 Follow the link in comments for the full list. #HelpinBrum

Yesterday the High Court granted a 6 month extension for the injunction against persons unknown, preventing them from blocking the council's waste vehicles. This is until 20 Nov 2026, final determination of the claim or further order. A copy of the court order has now been issued. 1/2

❓ Are you feeling low, overwhelmed by money worries or struggling with everyday life? Find mental health and wellbeing support for all ages, including where to get help in a crisis. Follow the link in comments.👇 #HelpinBrum

Yesterday the High Court granted a 6 month extension for the injunction against persons unknown, preventing them from blocking the council's waste vehicles. This is until 20 Nov 2026, final determination of the claim or further order. 1/2

👀 Birmingham City Council webcast: Join the Annual General Meeting of the Full Council, including the election of the new Lord Mayor live from 4pm TODAY Tues 19 May Watch the meeting live via link in comments👇

Worried about money? 🪙 You don’t have to manage alone. Follow the link in comments to find the right support.👇 #HelpinBrum

Looking after your mental health matters. If you, or someone you know is struggling, follow the link in comments for support services. #HelpinBrum

❗Hearing considering whether to extend our existing injunction against "Persons Unknown" to prevent blocking waste vehicles rescheduled for 10:30am 18 May 2026 at Bull Street courts. It will also consider whether the claim should continue under Part 8 of the Civil Procedure Rules. 1/2

Hearing considering whether to extend our existing injunction against "Persons Unknown" to prevent blocking waste vehicles rescheduled for 10:30am 18 May 2026 at Bull Street courts It's an opportunity to make representations in relation to the extension application. 1/2

❌ Fly-tipping doesn’t pay. This vehicle was seized after being linked to multiple illegal waste dumping in Sparkbrook/ Balsall Heath ✅ We’re taking action to protect our streets. Thanks to @SmallHeathWMP for your support. #FlyTipping #Enforcement #ZeroTolerance 1/2

Save on fuel, move your body and boost your mood!💛 Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve your well-being. Get around the city in a new way. Find out more via link in comments #HelpinBrum

🌼 Kings Heath Nursery – Plant Sale Open Day 🌼 🌱 Join us for a blooming great day at Kings Heath Nursery, with Hanging Basket and Planter Pot demonstrations to inspire your garden this season. 📅 Saturday 9 May ⏰ 9am – 4pm 🌸🌿 1/2

POSTPONED HEARING The hearing which was due to take place this afternoon and was initially rescheduled from this morning has now been postponed completely due to judicial availability. A revised hearing date will be confirmed by the Court shortly.

RESCHEDULED HEARING Further to the previous update, the court has issued a link for the rescheduled remote hearing Please see link abd access: https://orlo.uk/1XV5l Guest pin: 2210 Further information below👇

📢 RESCHEDULED HEARING. Person unknown extension application. The hearing scheduled for this morning at 10:30am has been rescheduled and will now take place remotely at 2.00pm today. A link to attend the hearing will be issued by the court and will be shared here as soon as possible.

📢 INJUNCTION, PERSONS UNKNOWN Hearing set for 10:30am, 30 April @ Priory Courts, Birmingham To consider whether to extend our existing injunction against Persons Unknown to prevent them blocking waste vehicles It is an opportunity to make representations in relation to the application 1/2

📢 Local elections are on 7 May 2026 🗓️ If you have applied for a postal vote please make sure you post it back as soon as possible to make sure we receive it before 10pm on Thursday 7 May ❗Don't lose your vote #YourVoteMatters #BrumVotes26 1/2

💻👀Webcasts: Watch Birmingham City Council live-streamed meetings this week includingthe Cabinet meeting tomorrow, Tuesday 28 April from 10am. Join via the link here: https://orlo.uk/BUj5A

Our application to extend the injunction against Persons Unknown to 1 January 2028 has been listed for 10:30am on 30 April 2026 at Birmingham Civil & Family Centre, Bull Street, Birmingham Listed for 3 hours it is a chance to make representations in relation to the extension application. 1/2

📣 On 20 April 2026, the council applied for an extension of the injunction against Persons Unknown to tackle blockading and obstruction at our waste depots. The injunction is currently in place until 20 May 2026, and we have applied for this to be extended until 1 January 2028. 1/2

⚠️ Fly-tipping doesn’t pay. This vehicle seized after being linked to illegal waste dumping in Sparkhill/ Balsall Heath. ✅ We’re taking action to protect our streets. Thanks to @SpringfieldWMP for your support. #FlyTipping #Enforcement #ZeroTolerance 1/2

❗LOCAL ELECTIONS: LAST DAY TO APPLY FOR A POSTAL VOTE Local elections are on 7 May 2026 🗓️ You can vote by post but you need to apply by 5pm today #YourVoteMatters #BrumVotes26 1/2

❗LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE 📣 Local elections are on 7 May 20206 🗓️ You must be registered - 20 April is the deadline It takes about 5 minutes, you just need your national insurance number and date of birth #YourVoteMatters #BrumVotes26 1/2

💻👀Webcasts: Watch Birmingham City Council live-streamed meetings this week including the Trusts and Charities Committee today 20 April from 11am and Sustainability and Transport Overview and Scrutiny Committee 23 April, 2pm Join via the link here: https://orlo.uk/j0FQD

📣 Local elections are on 7 May 2026 ❗Don't lose your vote. ✅ 20 April is the deadline to register ✅ 21 April is the deadline to apply for a postal vote #YourVoteMatters #BrumVotes26 1/2

💻👀Webcast: Join today's (15 April) Health and Adult Social Care Overview and Scrutiny Committee live from 2pm Join via the link here: https://orlo.uk/Cknoq #BCCLive #BhamCityCouncil

📢 Local elections are on 7 May 2026 Don’t lose your vote! 🗓️ 20 April is the deadline to register ❗Can’t vote in person? You can apply for a postal vote, but you must do so by 21 April #YourVoteMatters #BrumVotes26 1/2

💻👀Webcasts: Watch Birmingham City Council live-streamed meetings this week including the Health and Adult Social Care Overview and Scrutiny Committee Wed 15 April (2pm) and Planning Committee Thurs 16 April (11am) Join via the link here: https://orlo.uk/QU7Ku #BCCLive #BhamCityCouncil

📢 Local elections are on 7 May 2026 20 April is the deadline to register - don't lose your vote ✅ The list of candidates for all wards has now been published #YourVoteMatters #BrumVotes26 1/2

📢 Local elections are on 7 May 2026 Are you registered? 🗓️ 20 April is the deadline to register - don't lose your vote It takes about 5 minutes, you just need your national insurance number and date of birth #YourVoteMatters #BrumVotes26 1/2

💻👀Webcasts: Watch Birmingham City Council live-streamed meetings this week. Join via the link here: https://orlo.uk/p2F1s #BCCLive #BhamCityCouncil

📢 Local elections are on 7 May 2026 They're registered, are you? 🗓️ 20 April is the deadline to register - don't lose your vote It takes about 5 minutes, you just need your national insurance number and date of birth #YourVoteMatters #BrumVotes26 1/2

Our hard-working clean-up crews have been out across the city collecting rubbish and removing piles of fly-tipping and waste. Last week, we collectively cleared 6,839 tonnes of waste. We know there’s more to do and we’ll continue to clear the rubbish.

Make childcare more affordable with tax-free childcare! 🌟 For every £8 you pay, the government adds £2! You can get up to £500 every 3 months per child 👶❤️ Check with your childcare provider to confirm if they accept tax-free childcare 💰 Find out more: https://orlo.uk/RY4el

Following reports to the council of misinformation and intimidation, we would like to call on everyone to adhere to the principles of fair, accurate, and respectful consultation in relation to the plans to regenerate Druids Heath.

Are you receiving certain benefits? You could be entitled to 15 hours free childcare for your 2 year old 👶❤️ If you are on a low income, you could be eligible. Check your eligibility here: https://orlo.uk/Ucedd