Press Release News & Updates
- 7th February 2026
Organisers of The AJ Bell Great Birmingham Run have announced a revamped route including a new city-centre finish that promises the best runner experience yet.
- 4th February 2026
Birmingham City Council says it is no longer bankrupt and will invest an extra £130m in frontline services.
- 2nd February 2026
Tributes have been paid to Councillor Waseem Zaffar, who has died at the age of 44.
A new chapter begins today for Birmingham’s future as five of the city’s leading organisations officially sign the Birmingham Knowledge Quarter (B-KQ) Collaboration Agreement.
A Birmingham leader in recruitment who has gone above and beyond to upskill employees for over two decades has been honoured with an MBE.
- 26th January 2026
The chief executive of two NHS trusts in the Black Country has received an honorary degree from Aston University, recognising her contributions in healthcare leadership.
Birmingham Law Society has revealed the shortlist for its 2026 Legal Awards, honouring 69 outstanding individuals and firms across 14 categories.
- 22nd January 2026
Midland Eye Clinic, one of the Midlands’ most established and trusted eye care providers, has announced the opening of a new clinic at Virginia House, Warwick Road, Olton, marking a significant expansion of its services within the Solihull area.
- 13th January 2026
The Lord-Lieutenant of the West Midlands has called for long-standing negative stereotypes of Birmingham to be challenged, urging people to “focus on the magnificence” of the region’s culture, sport and communities.
- 8th January 2026
Professional services group Gateley has extended its partnership with the Heart of England Forest for a third year - supporting its responsible business objective to back local projects that enhance sustainability.