Birmingham councillors approved cuts amid protests and rat concerns. Tax up, services down post ’23 bankruptcy. Birmingham Council Budget: Rats, Tax Hikes, and Apologies Mark Painful Cuts Birmingham councillors approved a budget. This budget might make things worse for locals. The council faced bleak scenes similar to last year. Councillors voted on the 2025/26 budget,…
Council leader John Cotton apologizes for budget cuts and a council tax hike amid Birmingham’s financial struggles. Birmingham Leader Apologizes For Budget Cuts And Tax Increase Birmingham faces tough times. Council leader John Cotton apologized to residents, citing budget cuts and tax increases after the council essentially went bankrupt. Cuts total over £148 million and…
Bin workers reject cash offer, council urges them to end strikes causing disruptions and costing more. Council Tells Bin Workers Two Words: End Strikes After Cash Payout Is Denied Birmingham bin workers are striking. This is causing disruptions in neighborhoods, and the city council expressed disappointment. Workers rejected a cash settlement offer, and the strikes…