Birmingham FAQ
Quick answers to common questions about Birmingham — population, council, postcodes and who represents the town in Parliament. For practical guides on bins, planning and more, see the full Birmingham local guide.
Which council covers Birmingham?
Birmingham is covered by Birmingham City Council, which is responsible for local services including bins, planning and housing.
What areas does Birmingham Gazette cover?
We cover City centre, Edgbaston, Erdington, Harborne, Handsworth, Selly Oak, Sutton Coldfield, and the surrounding area.
More about Birmingham
- Bin collection days in Birmingham
- Planning applications in Birmingham
- Reporting a pothole in Birmingham
- School term dates in Birmingham
- More on Birmingham's MP, contact details and expenses
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