£2million of income has reportedly been unlocked for residents affected by cost of living crisis

Council helps unlock £2million of income for residents affected by cost of living crisis

More than £2million in increased benefits have been unlocked for Birmingham residents as a result of advice and information services being offered during extended opening hours by the city council, according to an official statement. As of 11 December 2023, a total of 1,593 residents had been supported to maximise their income for an estimated…

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Green Lane Mosque Masjid donate Eid gifts to Heartlands Hospital

Mosque to hand out gifts at Birmingham Children’s Hospital and feed the poor during Eid

A Small Heath mosque has pledged to hand out gifts to Birmingham Children’s Hospital and help the needy during the cost-of-living crisis as Muslims prepare to celebrate Eid al-Adha next week. Green Lane Masjid and Community Centre (GLMCC) is delighted to announce the celebration of Eid al-Adha, one of the most significant festivals in the…

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The cast of Birmingham Rep's Of Mice and Men visit the Black Country Museum

The cast of Birmingham Rep’s Of Mice and Men make surprise visit to Black Country Museum

Actors from Of Mice and Men visited the Black Country Living Museum ahead of a brand-new Birmingham stage production of John Steinbeck’s classic story. The new adaptation of Steinbeck’s timeless tale – which resonates with the current cost of living crisis and the plight of migrants – will be staged at The Birmingham Rep.

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Jasper Carrott (left) and Bob Warman (right) will appear in a special one-off show for a journalists' charity

Jasper Carrott and Bob Warman ‘Night of the Stars’ show to raise money for charity in Birmingham

Birmingham comedy legend Japser Carrott will host a special night to celebrate the 50 year career of West Midlands newsreader Bob Warman and raise money for charity. The Birmingham Rep theatre have announced A Night of Stars – Celebrating Bob Warman’s 50 Years in Television which will raise money for Acorns Children’s Hospice and The Journalist’s Charity.

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