Birmingham City Council

West Midlands flooding and drainage management

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: UK flooding triggers calls for improved urban drainage management

Heavy rainfall and intense storms caused significant flash flooding across the West Midlands in late August 2026. In Birmingham, residents reported homes submerged under up to ten inches of water, while the Environment A

2026 UK and Ireland weather volatility and flood risks

15 clusters · 165 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Weather warnings issued for rain and thunderstorms in UK, Ireland, and Nigeria

By late August 2026, the United Kingdom’s acute flash-drought has transitioned into a period of severe weather volatility. Following five consecutive heatwaves and record-breaking dryness, the Met Office has issued wides

Birmingham city council funding programs

4 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Birmingham approves $1M for student financial literacy program

In mid‑July, Birmingham’s city council approved a suite of grants targeting public safety and environmental resilience, including the $1.5 million BOLD program for small‑business development and a $1.15 million continuat

Unauthorised traveller encampments in England

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 29 days ago

Latest: England sees rise in unauthorised traveller sites

Unauthorised Gypsy and traveller encampments have become a growing issue across England, driven by a rising population and a lack of legal pitches. Data indicates that by January, the number of unauthorised caravans reac