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Digbeth arcade bar NQ64 to launch brand new laser quest experience in Birmingham
NQ64, Digbeth’s popular arcade bar, have announced they will be launching their first adults-only Laser Quest experience next month. The experience will see NQ64 expand their already popular Birmingham site into the basement of the Zellig building, with the new service available the from 16 February.
Culinary icon Levi Roots announced as keynote speaker for Birmingham Black Business Show
Culinary and entrepreneurial icon Levi Roots, who leaped to fame following a memorable pitch in the Dragon’s Den, has been announced as keynote speaker for Birmingham Black Business Show. The Birmingham Black Business Show has announced multi-talented Levi Roots will be keynote speaker for their much-anticipated event this year, scheduled to take place on Saturday 15 June,…
Bullring & Grand Central announce opening hours for Christmas 2023
The countdown to Christmas has begun, and Bullring & Grand Central is providing visitors with the gift of time as it extends its opening hours for the festive period. From Monday 4th December, visitors will be able to shop later during the week.
Strikes back on: When and where is industrial action taking place across the UK in January?
Strikes across the country and region are back on as of today as workers continue to take industrial action throughout January. With the end of last year marked by mass strikes by transport workers and staff at the NHS, Royal Mail, schools and the civil service; industrial unrest is set to continue as disputes between trade unions and the…
West Midlands Mayor Andy Street makes first-ever visit to Bangladesh during trade mission
West Midlands Mayor Andy Street has been in Bangladesh this week following his weeklong trade mission to neighbouring India. In his first visit to the independent South Asian nation, the Mayor met with local business, academic and political figures to reflect on the existing close ties between the West Midlands and Bangladesh; and explore new trade, diplomatic and…
Climate change could damage West Midlands transport infrastructure, new report finds
The effects of climate change in the West Midlands could damage local transport networks, the water supply and disrupt business supply chains, according to a new report. A new research study has set out the potential impacts of climate change on businesses, infrastructure and people’s health in the region.
Pride director Lawrence Barton appointed as Birmingham’s first Night-Time Economy Champion
Birmingham Pride festival director Lawrence Barton has become the city’s first Night-Time Economy Champion, appointed by Birmingham City Council. The announcement was made after Barton’s installation received the backing of the Leader of Birmingham City Council and the Chairs of the City Centre Business Improvement Districts (BIDs).
Glamorous nightclub in Birmingham to ‘close for weeks’ following major water leak
Late-night Birmingham LGBTQ bar and nightclub Glamorous is to close its doors for “potentially a month” following serious internal damage to the venue. Management at the establishment announced they could not continue serving drinks while the dance floor, cellar and kitchen had been affected by a “major leak”.
Uber Eats to refuel fasting delivery drivers with free food during final week of Ramadan
As members of the Muslim community continue to fast during the final days of Ramadan, Uber Eats today launches ‘Sundown Spots’ – a series of pop-up restaurants offering free iftar meals after sundown – to support the hardworking delivery drivers and couriers working throughout Ramadan and keeping the nation fed, the company said. The ‘Sundown…
West Midlands mayor unveils £15bn of investment opportunities for region
The Mayor of the West Midlands, Andy Street, has launched £15bn worth of housing, regeneration, commercial and infrastructure development opportunities to international investors at the MIPIM property conference in Cannes, South of France. MIPIM is the world’s leading real estate event, bringing together over 20,000 property professionals from around the world, including over 4,000 investors,…