Press Release News & Updates
The University of Birmingham and Birmingham Royal Ballet have announced a new partnership, formalising more than two decades of collaboration between two of the city’s leading civic institutions.
- 16th February 2026
The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) has confirmed Ed Cox as its permanent chief executive.
- 13th February 2026
Visitors will be able to explore a specially curated outdoor exhibition outside Birmingham Town Hall.
- 13th February 2026
Harvey Norman, one of the world’s leading retailers in furniture, bedding, home appliances, and technology, has announced a major partnership with the Royal Sutton Coldfield Town Hall
- 12th February 2026
Voting is now underway to elect Wolverhampton’s next Youth MP – with thousands of young people across the city set to cast their vote.
- 11th February 2026
Residents of Wolverhampton will see further investment in road resurfacing, tackling fly tipping and improving neighbourhoods after the City of Wolverhampton Council announced its spending plans for the year ahead.
- 10th February 2026
West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker has announced a new base in Wolverhampton so he and his staff can be closer to the Black Country communities they serve.
- 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.