The Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games were a triumph for Brum and its surrounding areas. 1.5 million people are estimated to have visited the city during the Games. This is, of course, fantastic to … [Read more...] about 22 things you may not know about Birmingham
Birmingham… the City of a Thousand Sounds
Certain parts of the UK are synonymous with a sound – whether it's the chirpy bounce of the Merseybeat, the jangle pop guitars of the Madchester scene or the bassy beats of Bristol's trip-hop. … [Read more...] about Birmingham… the City of a Thousand Sounds
Sport is just the beginning: coming together for marathon day at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games
To continue the celebration of sport at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games I took my front row spot at the start of the Marathon, which took place yesterday (Saturday 30 July) at the Smithfield … [Read more...] about Sport is just the beginning: coming together for marathon day at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games
Swim, bike, run, repeat – a weekend of inspirational sport!
We all have sporting heroes and are inspired by their stories – how they reached the top of their game, what it's like to perform at elite level, and what drives them on. Yet, it's still hard to … [Read more...] about Swim, bike, run, repeat – a weekend of inspirational sport!
How am ya bab: welcoming the world for Birmingham’s finest hour
It has felt like a long time coming, but we finally made it: the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games kicked off last night in all its glory, as the new-look Alexander Stadium came alive for the Opening … [Read more...] about How am ya bab: welcoming the world for Birmingham’s finest hour
My brand protection secondment at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games
Our secondees at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games have taken on a number of different roles, and in this latest blog we hear from Kate Hawkins, senior associate in the IP team, who took on the … [Read more...] about My brand protection secondment at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games