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High speed rail is crucial to Birmingham's development Sep 04 2009

Katie Teasdale puts Birmingham Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s case for a high-speed rail lineRead

Birmingham Airport chief Paul Kehoe on the high-speed rail debate Sep 03 2009

A seminar looking at high-speed rail in the Midlands is next week staged by Solihull Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The Birmingham Post is giving key speakers a chance to outline their case. Today Paul Kehoe, chief executive of Birmingham International Airport gives his views.Read

The future is bright for Birmingham, says Frankfurt official Sep 02 2009

Frankfurt press officer Nikolaus Muenster, who has spent three months in Birmingham, shares his thoughts about the cityRead

Supporting ethnic minority entrepreneurs in the Midlands Sep 01 2009

Professor Monder Ram looks at the support and opportunitiesRead

Ramadan is a time for reflection by Birmingham Muslims Aug 31 2009

The Islamic holy month is under way and being observed by Muslims across the world. But what is Ramadan? Zahid Nawaz attempts to explain.Read

Commercial break in 1939 Aug 28 2009

Andrew Lydon on how 1939 spelled the end of the Chamberlain dynastic influence on the business classesRead

University may not be free, but it's still a bargain Aug 27 2009

Work hard, play hardRead

Sandwell helping residents through the recession Aug 26 2009

Councils face a tough challenge helping communities and public services cope with the effects of the recession, according to an Audit Commission report. Steve Eling, deputy leader of Sandwell Council, explains how Sandwell is supporting residents during the downturnRead

Julie Robson: Target is jobless Aug 25 2009

Julie Robson, deputy regional director of the Learning and Skills Council West Midlands, on why innovative spending is key to job creation.Read

Full power ahead Aug 24 2009

James Watkins, executive director of West Midlands Business Council, concludes his response to planning proposals from the outgoing West Midlands Regional Assembly, by urging a new focus on energy and the environment.Read

James Watkins, executive director of West Midlands Business Council, responds to planning proposals by Regional Assembly Aug 21 2009

In response to planning proposals from the Regional Assembly James Watkins, executive director of West Midlands Business Council, argues for an improved blueprint.Read

Corporate pressure of American politics Aug 20 2009

Chris Game says the simple plastic carrier bag has become a symbol of American politics in the Obama eraRead

Safe as houses Aug 19 2009

Chris Bovey explains why equity release schemes could be your retirement nest egg.Read

Making a difference Aug 18 2009

Roger Murray looks at the principles and success of care farming in the West Midlands.Read

A growing dilemma Aug 17 2009

The world is changing – and farming has a new role to play. Martin Haworth reportsRead

Healing a deep cut Aug 13 2009

A Conservative Party project is helping people rebuild their lives in Bosnia, writes Chris Kelly.Read

Power to the people Aug 12 2009

Chris Game reveals how ‘sortition’ could be the answer to shaping policy in the UKRead

Need for clean hands Aug 11 2009

The final part of our series from the University of Birmingham, exploring leadership, power and influenceRead

Obama’s challenge Aug 10 2009

In the second in our series, Professor of American Studies Scott Lucas explores leadership, power and influenceRead

Taking a fresh lead Aug 07 2009

In the first of three articles from the University of Birmingham, we examine the principles of leadership, power and influence.Read

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