May 17, 2023 – I Am Birmingham

The latest news, updates and events in Birmingham

Cllr Ian Ward faces chop as Labour Party seeks new Birmingham City Council leader

Rangzeb HussainMay 17, 2023May 17, 202301 mins

Cllr Ian Ward is facing an uncertain future as the national Labour Party seeks to replace him as leader of Birmingham City Council. The shocking shakeup comes after an internal report was leaked which highlights serious allegations against Cllr Ward who is leader of the largest local authority in the country.

Birmingham cyclist killed in suspected hit-and-run tragedy in Belgrave Middleway

Rangzeb HussainMay 17, 2023May 17, 202301 mins

Police have confirmed that a cyclist died yesterday afternoon in a collision that took place in Belgrave Middleway near Birmingham Central Mosque. The tragic victim, believed to be in his 40’s, died when he was struck by a car in a suspected hit-and-run collision on Tuesday (16 May).