Nov
2008
Articles from 5th Nov 2008
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Birmingham councillor threatens to set dogs on protesters
Nov 05 2008 | Politics News
Birmingham’s housing boss threatened to set his dogs on protesters if they carry out their threat to stage a rooftop demonstration at his home. Read
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Hosting US Olympic team would cost Birmingham £400,000
Nov 05 2008 | Politics News
Birmingham’s bid to offer a training base to the US Track and Field Team in the run-up to the 2012 London Olympic Games will cost the city council more than £400,000, it was confirmed last night. Read
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LibDems and Tories at odds over Birmingham fire station closures
Nov 05 2008 | Politics News
Plans to close four fire stations in south east Birmingham, without naming replacement sites, were criticised by city Liberal Democrats, opening a divide with Conservative coalition partners. Read
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Private sector ‘backer’ at odds with council role
Nov 05 2008 | Politics News
The politician responsible for running social care in Birmingham has been accused of undermining the city council’s meals on wheels service by promoting a private sector meals firm. Read
