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Awaab's Law to cover more hazards from 30 November

Social landlords must fix seven more kinds of hazard within strict deadlines.

28 September 2026 Source: Shelter

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No-fault evictions ended on 1 May, and every tenancy is now periodic.

27 September 2026 Source: Shelter

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Rents rose 3 per cent in a year, more slowly than across the wider region.

27 September 2026 Source: Office for National Statistics

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Semi-detached homes rose fastest, while flat prices were flat over the year.

27 September 2026 Source: Office for National Statistics

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Developer Sphere Group has opened a consultation on replacing the old House of Fraser building opposite St Philip's Cathedral.

25 September 2026 Source: BirminghamWorld

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The Domestic Abuse Housing Alliance has awarded the council its bronze standard, and the housing team is already aiming for silver.

24 September 2026 Source: Birmingham City Council

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Residents have until 7 October to comment on plans for up to 3,500 homes, after the share of social rented homes was raised from 11.4 to 20 per cent.

8 September 2026 Source: Birmingham City Council

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Investigators stopped 12 Right to Buy applications and cancelled 210 housing applications over the past year.

23 July 2026 Source: Birmingham City Council

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Early checks against Airbnb listings have already found six potential cases of fraud in the city.

17 July 2026 Source: Birmingham City Council

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Equans, WPS and Mears now handle day-to-day repairs, with easier reporting and more flexible appointments.

1 July 2026 Source: Birmingham City Council