Independent 6, Harborne and Quinton Independents 2, Independent in the Liberal Democrat group 1. Chief city of the West Midlands, largest local authority in the country. The city also includes Royal Sutton Coldfield. An engineering and manufacturing city benefiting from being close to the centre of England.
Moseley has a byelection on 23 October (held by Labour). Four deselected councillors moved from Labour to Independent in October 2026. Barbara Dring (Oscott) and Jane Jones (Stockland Green) moved from Labour to Independent in August 2025. The Secretary of State has appointed Commissioners to advise and direct the council.
Next local elections
2026
Election cycle
Full
Local authority type
Metrop
Address
Victoria Square, Birmingham B1 1BB
Phone
0121 303 9944
Website
http://www.birmingham.gov.uk/
Council Tax (Band D)
£2245.41