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OPTIMUM MULTI-MODAL JOURNEY PLANNING APP

Calling all Android phone users! 

There is still time to take part in a trial of the OPTIMUM multi-modal journey planning app which rewards you for using sustainable modes of transport by tracking your daily activity. During the trial you will be required to use the app daily for a minimum of six weeks. after which you will earn an extra £10 voucher just for taking part.  

BHAM CITY COUNCIL NOMINATED IN THIS YEARS #DL100

The Digital Leaders list recognises 100 people and organisations across the UK who are leading the way in digital transformation in all sectors. We are proud to announce that Birmingham City Council has been nominated in the 'Digital Council of the Year' category - vote for us here https://www.digileaders100.com...

BIG DATA CORRIDOR INVITES YOU TO A HEALTH SECTOR SIG

SMEs are invited to join Birmingham City University to identify and discuss business challenges within health, they will provide an overview of data tools available with potential solutions.

BRUM TOPS LIST FOR HIGHEST NUMBER OF START-UPS

For the fifth year in a row, Birmingham has topped the list for the highest number of new start-ups outside London, ahead of Manchester and Glasgow City!

UK INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY LAUCHED

The Industrial Strategy sets out a long term plan to boost the productivity and earning power of people throughout the UK. It sets out how the Government are building a Britain fit for the future.

CITY4AGE IS COMING TO YARDLEY AND NEEDS YOU!!

We are progressing our involvement in the European funded, City4Age project which aims to tackle frailty and social isolation of older people. We are inviting older adults, aged 65+, living in Yardley (and ideally use the facilities of The Radley’s shopping district) to take part in the second phase of the study. 

BIRMINGHAM FEATURES IN THE RISE OF THE URBANTECH REPORT

Raj Mack's feature in the 'Rise of the UrbanTech - How Technology is Reinventing Local Services' - supporting our SMEs in transforming public services. 

GOOGLE'S DIGITAL GARAGE RETURNS TO BIRMINGHAM

Digital Birmingham, Birmingham City Council and partners are proud of their continued relationship with Google and are excited to announce that the Digital Garage returns to the Birmingham City Centre on 14 July to support businesses and citizens alike with their digital needs and goals. Experts will be on hand to offer coaching in thirteen newly designed courses/workshops.