Watch on Shots! TV: Bankrupt Birmingham - The story behind Europe’s biggest council financial crisis
and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565
With hugely increased Council Tax bills now dropping onto doormats and into inboxes across Birmingham, we’ve taken a look at the events leading to the local authority’s effective bankruptcy.
Join us as we talk with Birmingham City Council Leader John Cotton and the Shadow Cabinet Member for Finance and Resources Cllr Merion Jenkins from the local conservative party along with West Midlands Mayor Andy Street.
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Hide AdWe also meet local people to find out their thoughts on the economic catastrophe faced by Europe’s biggest council as the saga continues to unfold.
You can watch the full documentary here: Bankrupt Birmingham The story behind Europe’s biggest council financial crisis. Or watch it on TV on Shots! Freeview Channel 276 at 9.15pm on Wednesday (March 27).
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