It’s well over 40 years down the line – but Johnathan Dudley’s memories of the closure of his father’s electroplating business and the impact on his own life are crystal clear to this day.
A tiny slice of Birmingham industry played a major part in bringing the build-up to the biggest annual sporting event in America to millions of TV screens worldwide - with the help of Tom Cruise…
It’s a cultural feast which has pumped untold millions into the West Midlands economy for more than 40 years – but Jim Simpson fears this year’s Birmingham’s Jazz and Blues Festival could be the last…
A business finance expert has been able to support a client in securing a finance deal, after their existing bank declined their application to refinance and restructure existing debts onto a long-term commercial mortgage.
Birmingham based independent creative agency One Black Bear has teamed up with SIFA Fireside to launch the ‘Homelessness Doesn’t Take a Holiday’ campaign for the third year running.
One of the Midlands fastest growing employee-owned law firms is expanding into North Staffordshire and Cheshire through one of its largest acquisitions to date.
Birmingham City University (BCU) is inviting partner employers to play an active role in nurturing the next generation of young talent through its Employer Advisory Panel initiative.
Alcohol Awareness Week, taking place from 7-13 July, focuses on the theme of alcohol and work, providing the opportunity to raise awareness and campaign for change.
Birmingham Rep has announced another feast of inclusive and diverse drama, comedy, and performance as it announces new productions to join the packed 2025/26 season line up.
Birmingham Botanical Gardens (BBG) has been awarded £9.075m from The National Lottery Heritage Fund towards its major restoration - Growing Our Green Heritage to preserve a nationally significant historic botanic garden
A team of 44 Mondelēz International employees from four UK sites, including Birmingham, came together to cycle extensive distances in aid of Alzheimer’s Research UK.
A Birmingham mental health clinic is celebrating growth and community impact, having supported 148 clients and delivering more than 1050 hours of therapeutic care.
A successful student mentorship scheme between Birmingham City University (BCU) and residential property developer Court Collaboration will be extended to a second year, following a successful pilot.
Leading full-service law firm Shakespeare Martineau has strengthened its national real estate team with the appointment of Jill Briggs as a partner specialising in residential development.
Managed IT and cyber security service provider Aspire has announced a partnership with CSS Assure, a trusted provider of compliance, data protection, and cyber advisory services.
A landmark investment deal has been confirmed to unlock a 1,000-home rental community in Digbeth with debt financing from Natwest and Homes England via the Home Building Fund.
A transformational rail scheme which promises to provide faster, better and more frequent connections across the Midlands has been given the green light by Government.
Birmingham Museums Trust has begun the search for a new chair of trustees to replace its current chair, Niels De Vos, who is stepping down from the role after over five years of service.
Birmingham-based media agency, BBJ&K, has scooped the gold award for Best Local Advertising at the Outdoor Media Awards (OMA) 2025 in collaboration with Bauer Media Outdoor and Campaign.
All four members of iconic heavy metal band Black Sabbath were celebrated at a landmark civic ceremony at the weekend – and walked off with gold-plated medals designed by a student from Birmingham City University’s School of Jewellery.
Rock Island Mysteries, an original TV series created by Brummie production firm Popcorn&Co., will be launching the third season with global entertainment network Nickelodeon.
Edgbaston Village has revealed plans for a night of music, cinema, and community as it transforms Greenfield Crescent into an outdoor cinema space for a one-night-only screening of The Wizard of Oz on Saturday 19 July.
Gateley Smithers Purslow - the multidisciplinary surveying, engineering and architecture practice arm of professional services group, Gateley - has expanded its Midlands presence with the appointment of David Kellaway as a regional manager in Birmingham.
Headpoint Advisors has announced a cooperation agreement with Transition Corporate Finance, expanding their international reach to provide greater local M&A intelligence and execution capability.
Four SME Black-owned businesses recently debuted TV advertising for the first time, after winning the latest edition of Channel 4 Sales’ Black in Business initiative with Lloyds.
Legacy WM are excited to announce 3 new artist commissions as part of the Cultural Action Area (CAA) initiative in Handsworth, Birmingham, funded by Birmingham City Council.
Mondelēz International has opened a new state-of-the-art Consumer Research Centre in Bournville, following a £3.3 million investment that will shape the future of product development for iconic brands such as Cadbury
Bill Kenwright Ltd has announced that it will present a major UK tour of Barnum, the classic Broadway musical that celebrates the life of the world’s greatest showman, P. T. Barnum.
Birmingham Biotech LTD has been highly commended in the Department for Business & Trade’s Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards, for a nasal spray formulated by Birmingham scientists during the COVID pandemic
Headpoint Advisors have announced a cooperation agreement with Transition Corporate Finance as part of the aim of expanding their international reach, to provide greater local M&A intelligence and execution capability for their clients.
The Randal Charitable Foundation and LoveBrum have joined forces for a new strategic partnership - bringing vital support to grassroots charities and volunteer-led causes throughout Birmingham.
G.A.P Entertainment, in association with Birmingham Repertory Theatre, presents Jah Makin It Happen, a production that ambitiously explores the Windrush experience through the lens of one family’s journey from Jamaica to Britain.
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