The meaning of those diagonal lines isn't stated on the map's key, but what was plainly understood then, in Jim Crow-era Birmingham, is that they represented areas where blacks, by a local law ...

The one-of-a-kind touchtable map features famous ... to be working with the Library of Birmingham and feel this project demonstrates what a great space our libraries are for public engagement.” ...

A shake up of Birmingham’s political map will see 19 councillors removed ... will also be available to view at council buildings and libraries.

Birmingham City Council has to make cuts across the board of £200 million next year. But the money to pay the library's debts and spiralling costs will have to come from somewhere – perhaps from the ...