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Aston advice centre closes after cash crisis
Economic Development
St James Advice Centre, in Aston, which has helped Birmingham's neediest people for more than 35 years is set to close its doors after suffering a cash crisis.
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Revealed: Toxic dangers lurking in women's cosmetics on sale in Birmingham
Economic Development
Consumer Editor Emma McKinney reveals the deadly products putting Birmingham women at risk in their quest for beauty.
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Putting Birmingham products back on the map
Opinion
Dr Steven McCabe writes "There doesn't seem to be a month that goes by without a report being published or either a government minister or business leader advocating the need for British industry to be willing to become more competitive or innovative."
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Damage claims time bomb could see rough ride for Amey
Economic Development
Almost 1,000 damages claims have been submitted to Amey – the private firm that looks after the city’s road and footpath network.
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City council call to get Birmingham building
Economic Development
Birmingham City Council leader Sir Albert Bore is calling on the Government to lift a housing borrowing cap to get Birmingham building.
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Rumour mill is in full flow again, so why the surprise?
Opinion
Rumours and jockeying are now beginning to surface over Labour councillors as we near selection for the 2014 local elections.
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Go-ahead for £9m scheme to improve Birmingham city centre traffic
Economic Development
Work on a £9 million project to cut congestion in Birmingham city centre will begin this year.
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£50m facelift planned for Mailbox in Birmingham
Mailbox
The owners of the Mailbox are set to invest heavily in a major redevelopment to capitalise on the renaissance of Birmingham city centre.
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Top Jamaican honour for former Birmingham council leader Mike Whitby
Economic Development
Former Birmingham City Council leader Mike Whitby has been given a top honour from the Jamaican government.
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Debate kicks off search for a world famous Birmingham landmark
Economic Development
A public forum has been held to discuss creating a piece of “innovative and highly visible” art which would put Birmingham on the map.
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Birmingham Pride now a firm favourite in the city
Economic Development
Birmingham Pride - one of the major festivals on the city calendar - is taking place this weekend.
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Birmingham City Council warns benefit cut will cause £4.4m rent arrears
Economic Development
Benefit cuts are expected to increase rent arrears in Birmingham by £4.4 million and lead to rocketing homelessness, the city council has told a judicial review.
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World class design will bring a brighter future for Ƶ, says JLR chief
Economic Development
Advanced manufacturing and world-class design are key to fixing Britain's economy, according to the chief executive of Jaguar Land Rover.
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HS2's Curzon Street Station to link Birmingham to the Continent
Economic Development
A new high speed rail station in Birmingham city centre will have a platform for trains to the Continent, it has been revealed.
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Jon Walker: Change not to the benefit of burdened authorities
Economic Development
Local authorities are bracing themselves for the introduction of troubled welfare reforms which are rapidly descending into chaos.
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Ten-year plan unveiled to shake-up Birmingham's transport system
Economic Development
Birmingham’s failing transport system is to be tackled head on with a ten-year vision for roads, rail, bus, cycle and tram development in the city.
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Advanced manufacturing and design key to fixing economy, according to JLR
Manufacturing
A commitment to advanced manufacturing and world class design are key to fixing Britain’s economy, according to the chief executive of Jaguar Land Rover.
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Michelin-starred restaurant Turners marked down by hygiene inspectors
Economic Development
A Michelin-starred restaurant in Birmingham has been ordered to make “major improvements” to its hygiene standards.
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Neil Elkes: 'Crushing' Bore triumphs
Economic Development
A little over a decade ago the leader of Birmingham City Council, Sir Albert Bore secured a victory in a Labour group leadership contest in a manner described as 'crushing' in this newspaper.
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Funding is biggest challenge to delivering iconic art for Birmingham
Economic Development
Funding is likely to pose the biggest challenge to delivering an iconic piece of public art for Birmingham that could rival the famous Angel of the North.
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Birmingham City fans bid to have St Andrew's ground listed
Economic Development
Birmingham City fans have launched an audacious bid to stop any sale of the club's St Andrew’s ground.
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Birmingham MP calls on HMRC to scrap 'rip-off' premium rate helpline
Economic Development
The taxman is ripping people off by making them dial a premium-rate phoneline for advice, a Birmingham MP has warned.
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National Audit Office says sums do not add up for HS2 rail link
Economic Development
Plans for a £34 billion high speed rail line linking Birmingham with London, Manchester and Leeds have been thrown into turmoil after the official public spending watchdog concluded the HS2 business case does not make sense.
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Birmingham Opera Company's RPS Award for Stockhausen performance
Retail & Consumer
Birmingham Opera Company has won the Opera and Music Theatre award at the Royal Philharmonic Society Music Awards.
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