Today is Record Store Day, celebrating the 300+ independent record shops all across the UK and Ireland. Great to see Polar Bear on York Road in Kings Heath absolutely packed with customers and special vinyl releases to mark the occasion.

As part of the cross-party Clean Air Inquiry I chaired, we wrote to Government with four requests to transform public transport in Birmingham. Great to receive a supportive reply from @liliangreenwood.bsky.social, Minister for Local Transport, this week outlining how we can work together on this.

Don't forget! The deadline for registering to vote in this year's local elections is less than a week away - on the 20th April. You normally only need to register once or register again if you’ve changed your name, address or nationality. It usually takes about 5 minutes. www.gov.uk/register-to-...

Excellent progress - really appreciate the work Cllr David Barker has been doing on this. Clean air is vital for the health of Birmingham’s children and the wider community. Encouraging to see a positive response from Government and looking forward to what comes next. @mumsforlungs.bsky.social

As part of the Clean Air Inquiry I chaired, we co-signed a letter to Government to request that we strengthen national clean air targets. I am pleased to have received a positive response from @emmahardymp.bsky.social. I look forward to seeing how we can continue to improve Birmingham's air quality.

Great news! museumsandheritage.com/advisor/post...

This month’s councillor advice centre has been cancelled. However, if you need help, advice, support, or want to talk about an issue, you can still contact me and the team on the emails below: [email protected] & [email protected]

I have a small update on the Mosley and Kings Heath LTN. Today Scrutiny voted to send the latest decision back to Cabinet to reconsider on the grounds that we need to follow the correct process. I will update you as soon as I can when we have details of what Cabinet proposes to do next.

The LTN Call-in meeting is now live: birmingham.public-i.tv/core/portal/...

The full list of candidates standing for election in each ward should be published tomorrow. I've recorded a little message to let you know what my plans are and why, but, most importantly, to thank you for the past four years. www.facebook.com/reel/1239587...

The Camp Hill Line is open! And it's been great to see so many people posting photos all day (especially those early enough to get the free merch). With both Pineapple Road and Kings Heath stations in my ward, I know how important this day is for residents, and I'm so glad we can finally use it.

This month Lime are introducing 2,000 more e-bikes and e-scooters across Birmingham - including in Kings Heath. This new deal takes over from Beryl and is set to save £1.4m each year from the Transport for West Midlands' budget. Read more here: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

🤡 April Fools! I hope you all enjoyed this little joke. There were a few clues (aside from how ridiculous it was)... Congratulations if you spotted: the moustache on my photo, the Council 'Forward' logo reversed, "lol" in the phone number, BKH changed to BKR, and the first letter of every...

Special announcement! Lots of people have asked what my plans are this election. Over the past months I have given it a lot of thought. Over the past weeks I have worked on the statement below. Follow for updates.

Last week I spent the morning taking part in the Great British Spring Clean - litter picking with Birmingham City Council staff and members of the Brandwood and Bournville police teams along Vicarage Road. Huge thanks to all the volunteers! You can learn more here: www.keepbritaintidy.org

This month, I made my last City Council speech before the May elections. I spoke personally about my family and my city, regeneration and opportunity, and the Lord Mayor's inspiring work with SEN schools. If this is the last time I ever speak in Council, I'm glad it was on a positive note.

Final Corporate and Finance of the year! Skip to 2:14 to see the tributes to Sir Albert - including a little bit of prop comedy from me. birmingham.public-i.tv/core/portal/...

At this month's City Council meeting I handed in survey results from over 100 residents who want to see bike hangars implemented so we have cycle storage solutions that are safe and secure, making it easier to travel without a car.

Thank you to everyone who supported my road safety survey on Colmore Road. We have collected a lot of evidence and shown the community's strength of feeling that the school street is not working without enforcement. I will report back when I receive a response from the Council.

At this month's City Council meeting, I raised the issues of transphobia and transitioning. I asked the Leader and Cabinet to meet with the trans community and to write to the government requesting support and funding to establish a gender clinic in Birmingham to serve the West Midlands. 🏳️‍⚧️

🏳️‍⚧️ Transphobia is rising and transitioning is getting harder. I'm pleased to see the Birmingham Mail has written up my question to Cabinet, asking for support for the trans community in Birmingham and the West Midlands. www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/midland...

❤️‍🔥 It's a beautiful day in Kings Heath - with a market on at All Saints Square and The Heath Bookshop proudly displaying its award! You can keep up to date with loads of events all over the high street by going to @enjoykingsheath.bsky.social's website here: www.enjoykingsheath.com/whats-on/cal...

I'm disappointed by how often I see people ignoring the signs banning pavement parking on Vicarage Road. I have requested more enforcement here, but the Council needs more reports before targeting a location. If you see illegal parking, you can report it here: www.birmingham.gov.uk/info/20109/p...

@ourscenecic.bsky.social has shared this video for the Zebra Zone road safety project around Allens Croft Primary School and Allens Croft Nursery School - check it out! www.youtube.com/shorts/DXi8F...

Next week I will be handing in the results of the bike storage survey to Birmingham City Council. Would you like a bike storage hangar in place of a parking space your road to reduce the need for cars and free up space for those who do need to drive? Survey link here: www.tinyurl.com/BrumBikes

🍀 Lá Fhéile Pádraig sona daoibh! / Happy Saint Patrick’s Day! Did you know Birmingham used to have one of the biggest Saint Patrick's Day parades in the world? Like a lot of Brummies, I am of Irish descent, and love seeing the community and visitors come together every year.

👮Brandwood and Kings Heath Police Update 🚓Our area is served by two different police forces. Moseley and Kings Heath in the North and Brandwood in the South. Both teams have regular engagement with the community. Please have a look at what drop-ins and walkabouts are happening near to you.

It was so exciting to get a first look at the new Moseley Village train station, and hear from @richardparkerwm.bsky.social about everything he has done to get the Camp Hill train line project back on track so it can re-open next month. This service will be a huge benefit to all of us locally.

When the Council expanded Kings Heath High Street's footpath, I pushed hard trees to be planted, which they said couldn't be done. But I did ensure there would be bike stands installed on the corners. As this picture shows, they can also block pavement parking - just need them on every corner now.

England next pls.

🚨 Breaking news 🚨 🚂 The Camp Hill Line will be opening on: Monday 7 April 🚏This will connect Kings Norton through Pineapple Road, Kings Heath, and Moseley Village to Birmingham New Street More information here: www.tfwm.org.uk/plan-your-jo...

As part of the Clean Air Inquiry I chaired earlier this year, I have written to the Secretary of State for Transport, the Rt Hon Heidi Alexander MP with four key asks to transform Birmingham's public transport:

The Cabinet report for the Moseley and Kings Heath LTN is out now. As you can read in it, I have serious concerns about their data, ability to deliver, and the lack of clarity around what the next phase will even look like. You can read more here: www.birmingham.gov.uk/info/50347/n...

Today was the third (and final) road safety survey at Colmore Junior and Infants schools. Once again, we saw high numbers of illegal and dangerous parking and driving. I will hand this data in to the Council this month, along with the results from this survey: www.tinyurl.com/ColmoreSafety

What makes Birmingham your home? Is it the music, the history, the food, the people, the places? Tell us what you love, what makes you proud, and what could make our city even better... Let's start a new conversation about Birmingham. www.birminghambeheard.org.uk/bcc/whatisam...

Following the Clean Air Inquiry I chaired earlier this year, I have written to the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, the Rt Hon Ed Miliband MP requesting that we strengthen national clean air targets. @edmilibandmp.bsky.social

Another fantastic Kings Heath Artisan Market today! It's on the second Sunday of every month from March to December - showcasing talented local and independent artisans, traders, and food vendors. Every month there’s always something new and unique to discover.

Great to see Kings Heath Farmers Market was really busy today - it's on every first Saturday of the month in All Saints Square from 9am. Check it out!

Thank you to Birmingham Bike Foundry for sharing my bike storage survey. They have a fantastic Community e‑cargo bike hire project where you can try one without upfront costs. Check it out: birminghamgearshift.org Would you like bike storage on your road? Survey link here: www.tinyurl.com/BrumBikes

We are now live at Transport and Sustainability scrutiny: birmingham.public-i.tv/core/portal/...

Right now Defra are running consultation on domestic wood burning. Air pollution is a major issues affecting our health, and the Government is looking to take more action to address the impact of wood burners. You have until 19 March to give your views: consult.defra.gov.uk/domestic-bur...

For everyone asking about ticket prices for when the Camp Hill train line opens up, Transport for West Midlands have sent over the following information. For more information, contact them here: www.tfwm.org.uk/get-help/con...

Did you know there are restrictions on driving through Colmore Road because of the junior and infants schools? Well, 180 people this morning didn't seem to know. That's 4 cars every minute. If you feel we need more enforcement here, please fill out this survey: www.tinyurl.com/ColmoreSafety

Brandwood and Kings Heath councillor advice centres are on the first Monday and third Wednesday of the month at Kings Heath Community Centre - except December and August. Please come along if you have any issues you need support with.

Corporate and Finance Overview and Scrutiny is now live: birmingham.public-i.tv/core/portal/...

This morning I conducted a road safety survey at Colmore Junior and Infants schools. Over 150 people illegally drove through the school street in under 45 minutes, and dozens more drove or parked dangerously. Parents and residents are filling out our survey here: www.tinyurl.com/ColmoreSafety

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🎨 The West Midlands Combined Authority has commissioned local Illustrator, Charlotte Jenkins, to design and create a heritage map for Pineapple Road train station. Please come to the drop-in today to give her your ideas. 📍 Where: Pineapple House, B30 2SY 🗓 When: 22 February ⏰ Time: 4pm-6:30pm

Last year I was lucky enough to win a place on @uk100.org's Climate Leadership Academy, which brings together 20 cross-party councillors from across the UK to develop leadership skills in sustainability and local government. I have been applying the learning to my work in Birmingham City Council.

We must ban liquid Brazilian butt lifts from the high street 💉 It was good to talk with Sky News about @commonswec.parliament.uk report out today is calling on the govt to do more to regulate the cosmetic surgery industry - and ban liquid BBLs and other high harm procedures now.