Green light for Birmingham’s regeneration of Druids Heath comes with 51% affordable commitment www.insidehousing.co.uk/news/green-l...

Government Regional Investment Summit cements transformative bold vision for city

‼️ Cracking down on fly-tipping in Birmingham 🕵 We prosecute where there is evidence 👀 If you see it, report it Let’s act together against fly-tipping orlo.uk/JNiwr

🏙️ This week we begin a 6-week consultation on the Birmingham Local Plan. 🏘️ The plan will guide where homes, jobs, services & infrastructure are built across Birmingham until 2044. This will have a massive impact on our city & we want to hear from YOU. orlo.uk/o85t6

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has spoken of how the government wants to bring more investment and growth to the West Midlands. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... #InvestInBrum #Birmingham

Banging the drum for Brum at today's Regional Investment Summit. The fact that we were chosen to be the first city outside London to host the event, underlines the fact that Birmingham is one of the most investable cities, with some of the biggest opportunities in the country.

Regional Investment Summit delivers almost a thousand jobs for UK communities after over 10 billion in investments were announced at today's #Birmingham event. www.gov.uk/government/n...

‘Digbeth will be bigger, better and bolder than Manchester’s Media City’ - new projects aim to turn the post-industrial neighbourhood into the UK’s top destination for creative industries www.insidermedia.com/news/midland...

Wishing a Happy Diwali 🪔 to everyone celebrating today. Wishing you light, love, peace & prosperity. 🙏🏽

Great to speak to Ed James at BBC Radio WM on the eve of the Government's flagship investment summit. Birmingham is one of the most investable cities in the country, with some of the biggest opportunities. We're creating jobs, opportunities and prosperity.

🗓️ Check your bin collection day. ✅ Please put your household waste bin (grey lid) out on your scheduled day If we miss your bin, please log a missed collection orlo.uk/sjYSk

🔈Have a child going to primary school in September? You need to apply for a place by 15 January. Here's all you need to know: orlo.uk/iAtH8

Birmingham City Council and trade unions sign legal agreement over equal pay birmingham.gov.uk/news/article...

I visited Handsworth this afternoon to shine a light on the strong sense of community spirit there. The people of Handsworth are rightly proud of their culture and heritage and anyone suggesting otherwise is simply wrong.

Robert Jenrick knows nothing about Birmingham. All he wants to do is sow division — this is racism, plain and simple and he isn’t welcome here. www.theguardian.com/politics/202...

ICYMI: 🏡 Greener, warmer homes—and lower bills! Council tenants in 2,000 upgraded homes can now expect to start saving up to £600-£1200 thanks to a major retrofit scheme led by @BhamCityCouncil and @EQUANS_UK www.birmingham.gov.uk/news/article...

❗ We’re cracking down on fly-tipping in Birmingham❗ 🧾 259 Fixed Penalty Notices issued in just 9 months 👀 If you see someone fly-tipping, or spot fly-tipped waste 📱 Report it Let’s act together against fly-tipping orlo.uk/uhbJl

🗓️ Check your bin collection day ✅ Please put your household waste bin (grey lid) out on your scheduled day If we miss your bin, please log a missed collection orlo.uk/sjYSk

Earlier this week I was delighted to join the launch of the Brummie Bursary this afternoon - a fantastic scheme that is absolutely going to make a huge difference to the lives of young people across Birmingham. hymansrobertsonfoundation.org/news-insight...

Delighted to join the launch of the Brummie Bursary this afternoon - a fantastic scheme that is absolutely going to make a huge difference to the lives of young people across Birmingham. hymansrobertsonfoundation.org/news-insight...

Appalling scenes at the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue. My thoughts are with everyone caught up in this horrific attack.

As my cabinet colleague @nickyebrennan.bsky.social says: These investments don't just save tenants money, they also significantly contribute to the council's net zero agenda. This scheme is a great example of how govt grant funding can be used to make homes warmer and use less carbon.

Our Indoors Campaign launched yesterday. It's bringing over 20 organisations together to help long-term rough sleepers move indoors — and stay indoors. This two-week intensive effort brings together faith groups, charities, health services, and more, to break the cycle of rough sleeping.

ICYMI: The Government’s Pride in Place Fund is a huge multi-million £ boost for neighbourhoods in Birmingham. Now @BhamCityCouncil will work with local people to ensure this money delivers real change & new hope across our city. www.birmingham.gov.uk/news/article...

📣 Important changes are coming to Birmingham roads. 🚗 40mph to 30mph speed limit reductions are happening on 27 roads across the city, see the full list of roads on our website orlo.uk/DZHXH #SlowerIsSafer #30mph

👀 If you see someone fly-tipping 👀 Or spot fly-tipped rubbish 📱 Report it to us 🕵 We prosecute fly-tippers where we have evidence Let’s act together against fly-tipping orlo.uk/GAPmI

ICYMI: A major new investment body launched earlier ths week is set to transform our region. 'Birmingham's time is now' birminghammail.co.uk/news/midland...

'Birmingham's time is now' - Major new investment body launched to transform region www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/midland...

The Government's exciting announcement that Birmingham will be at the heart of the biggest and most ambitious Mayoral Development Corporation in the country means jobs, opportunities and prosperity for this city's people and communities. www.gov.uk/government/n... @richardparkerwm.bsky.social

Cracking down on fly-tipping in Birmingham 🕵 We prosecute where there is evidence ‼️ Which could lead to a fine, vehicle seizure or even a prison sentence 👀 If you see it, report it Let’s act together against fly-tipping orlo.uk/sYrlA

🗓️ Check your bin collection day ✅ And put your household waste bin (grey lid) out on your scheduled day If we miss your bin, please log a missed collection orlo.uk/sjYSk

💡 Knife surrender bins in Birmingham are open year-round. 🗑️ No questions. No ID. Just a safer city. 📍 Find your nearest bin: t.co/EbV59v6DmK

👀 If you see someone fly-tipping, or spot fly-tipped waste 📱 Report it 🕵 We don’t just clear it, we investigate and prosecute where we find evidence Let’s work together against fly-tipping orlo.uk/sYrlA

🏫 Secondary school applications are OPEN! If your child turns 11 before 31 Aug 2026, apply now. 🌍 Support is available from Birmingham’s School Admissions Team. #Secondary2026 #SchoolAdmissions #BirminghamFamilies

As we come to the end of Suicide Prevention Week, please remember: If you think someone might be suicidal, take action, interrupt their thoughts and show them you care. The @samaritans have advice on their website www.samaritans.org

🗓️ Check your bin collection day ✅ And put your household waste bin (grey lid) out on your scheduled day If we miss your bin, please log a missed collection orlo.uk/sjYSk

🏫 Secondary school applications are OPEN! If your child turns 11 before 31 Aug 2026, apply now. 🌍 Support is available from Birmingham’s School Admissions Team. #Secondary2026 #SchoolAdmissions #BirminghamFamilies

HRC opening hours: Mon-Fri ♻️Tyseley, Sutton Coldfield, Kings Norton: 7am to 9pm Perry Barr: 8am to 8pm Castle Bromwich: 8am - 6pm Weekends ♻️Tyseley, Sutton Coldfield, Kings Norton, Perry Barr: 8am to 6pm Castle Bromwich: 8am – 4.30pm Find out more orlo.uk/SjYIY

📢 A UK-wide Emergency Alert test will take place tomorrow - Sun 7 Sept at 3pm. Your phone may sound a loud siren & vibrate. ✅ No action needed – it’s just a test. gov.uk/government/n... #EmergencyAlert #UKTest

Not sure what to do next? A @BhamCareers careers guidance interview is a friendly 1-to-1 chat with a Careers Adviser to help you explore college, uni, apprenticeships & more. No pressure—just support for your future! 💬✨

📢 A UK-wide Emergency Alert test will take place on Sun 7 Sept at 3pm. Your phone may sound a loud siren & vibrate. ✅ No action needed – it’s just a test. www.gov.uk/government/n... #EmergencyAlert #UKTest

An important reminder for parents From this September, eligible working families with children aged 9+ months can access 30 hours of funded childcare per week. Plus, there’s more support available—from Tax-Free Childcare to free breakfast clubs. orlo.uk/T0acS

There are five Household Recycling Centres in Birmingham, open every day You can take: ✅ Recycling that would normally go in your kerbside bins ✅ Coffee pods ✅ Garden waste ✅ Gas canisters ✅ Electricals that don’t work Book to visit all sites orlo.uk/tfe0W

🔧 FREE repair workshop alert! Join us on 29 August (10am-2pm) to fix your electric household items alongside experts from @RecognitionCircular. Don't replace it, repair it. 🔌🪛 Bring your items & learn how to fix them. Click here to book

🗓️ Check your bin collection day ✅ And put your household waste bin (grey lid) out on your scheduled day If we miss your bin, please log a missed collection orlo.uk/sjYSk

🌳 Love Birmingham Parks? 💚 We want to hear from YOU! 🗣️✨ 📢 Take part in our survey to share how satisfied you are with your local parks 🏞️ and what matters most to you when visiting 🌸🌤️ 👉 Have your say now 💬 orlo.uk/7cm7l

There are 5 Household Recycling Centres in Birmingham, open every day You can take: ✅ Recycling that would normally go in your kerbside bins ✅ Coffee pods ✅ Garden waste ✅ Gas canisters ✅ Electricals that don’t work Book to visit all sites

Reminder for parents! From this September, eligible working families with children aged 9+ months can access 30 hours of funded childcare per week. Plus, there’s more support available—from Tax-Free Childcare to free breakfast clubs. orlo.uk/T0acS

Officers from the Waste Enforcement Unit have today seized this vehicle from Clements Rd for repeat fly-tipping offences on Yardley Green Road. 🚛 Our investigation is ongoing. ✅ Thanks to Yardley police for your assistance. 💚

Good luck to everyone receiving their GCSE results today. Remember, whatever the outcome Birmingham Careers Service are there for you. Visit | Phone | Text | WhatsApp | Email Get in touch today! bit.ly/2YB2ahv #GCSEResultsDay #GCSEresults