News bulletin: here are Thursday’s headlines

Here are Thursday’s (14 July) news headlines
By Richard Gullick
Published 14th Jul 2022, 16:36 BST

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Police appeal following homophobic attack

Police are looking to trace a group of men following a homophobic attack in Birmingham city centre. The incident happened in the city’s Gay Village on Bromsgrove Street, where a group of men shouted abuse at two men, including offensive homophobic language, before pushing them.Perry Barr plans put on hold

Police are looking to trace these menPolice are looking to trace these men
Police are looking to trace these men

Perry Barr plans delayed

A plan to use shipping containers in Perry Barr for leisure and commercial purposes will not be ready in time for the Commonwealth Games, it has been revealed. The scheme has now been pushed back to later in the year with just two weeks remaining until the prestigious event takes place.

Rendered image of Perry Barr Container Park Phase 1&2, Galey Park on Walsall RoadRendered image of Perry Barr Container Park Phase 1&2, Galey Park on Walsall Road
Rendered image of Perry Barr Container Park Phase 1&2, Galey Park on Walsall Road

New bar in Kings Heath causes stir amongst residents

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A new craft beer bar called Schooners Bar is opening in what used to be a family run gift shop in Kings Heath, despite objections. Some residents are unhappy with the news that another late night business will be setting up shop on the street which has only become busy in recent years.

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