Community News & Updates
Vital support is reaching more of the West Midlands’ 250,000 unpaid carers thanks to a new partnership between West Midlands mayor Richard Parker and Big Issue Invest.
Birmingham City Council is encouraging residents to stand together against hate crime as the city prepares to mark Hate Crime Awareness Week from 10 to 17 October.
People across Birmingham who have been affected by suicide are being encouraged to apply to become baton bearers when the Baton of Hope returns to the city on Monday 13 September 2027.
- 8th October 2026
Lady Irene Yoong-Henery of Withersdale (pictured) nominated in inaugral awards next month
- 5th October 2026
A community-led wellbeing café has published its first Impact Report - showcasing the reach and impact of its work across Birmingham communities.
- 1st October 2026
“Sharon Duggal’s work is vivid, rich and enchanting.
Light Across The Plains is incredibly moving and tender. Gloriously detailed
storytelling and a vibrant honesty on every bold and generous page.”
Birmingham City Council is working alongside local partners to enhance the safety and experience of people using Cathedral Square and surrounding streets in the heart of the city centre.
- 25th September 2026
Young visitors from Zaporizhzhia, in Ukraine, taking part in a week-long visit to Birmingham, were welcomed by the Lord Mayor
- 22nd September 2026
National Heritage Lottery Funded Images To Be Used As Poetry Prompts At Festival
- 17th September 2026
The Lisieux Trust marked 40 years of celebrations with a special anniversary bringing together the people who have helped shape the charity’s journey.