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Tuesday, April 7, 2026

About politics

Visiting ruined houses, a Homburg hat and a cane — Winston Churchill in Birmingham

Churchill was a unifier. Moreover, he united not only the people of Great Britain to fight fascism. He became a unifying force for all...

Political party funding in Birmingham — grants, membership fees and public funding

Political finance in the UK is regulated by law. The legislation establishes certain rules in two areas of financial assistance. Firstly, it regulates who...

Prince Charles visits Birmingham for the 22nd Commonwealth Games

The Commonwealth Games bring together the countries of the former British Empire every four years. Each time, these sporting events turn into a colourful...

Birmingham in protest — hundreds of anti-racist protesters march

Violent protests erupted across England in the summer of 2024 after false information about a suspect in the Southport knife attacks circulated on the...

Why John Major was booed in Birmingham

On 12 September 1995, protests broke out in Birmingham, England, against nuclear weapons testing, in particular against France's decision to resume testing in the...

Birmingham’s annual high-profile event: Black History Month

As a major cultural centre, Birmingham is home to a diverse population, including people of African, Caribbean, Indian, and Asian heritage. The tradition of...

John Benjamin Stone: Conservative Politician and Photographer

Sir Benjamin Stone was a man of many talents, a true Victorian figure whose life reflected a remarkable era of change. He was a...

Ellen Pinsent – first female member of Birmingham City Council

At the dawn of the 20th century, a woman's place was firmly subordinate to men. The ideal wife was expected to remain at home,...

Thomas Atwood: From Banking to Political Reformer

A man dedicated to business and the ideals of justice, Thomas Attwood’s journey took him from monetary reform to the heart of political life...
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