Negotiations are underway between the Green Party and Liberal Democrats regarding a left-leaning minority coalition to lead Birmingham City Council.
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What happened
Negotiations are underway between the Green Party and Liberal Democrats regarding a left-leaning minority coalition to lead Birmingham City Council.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.The Birmingham City Council coalition now includes the Independents alongside the Greens and Liberal Democrats.1 source
- Amid the formation of a new city council, Andy Burnham is set to raise a public issue with Roger Harmer regarding a commitment to pub restoration in Birmingham.Sub-event
Liberal Democrats join the Birmingham City Council coalition.1 source
A local councillor quit their party and was elected into a new coalition administration in Birmingham.1 source
Green Party, Liberal Democrats, and Roger Harmer are negotiating a coalition to lead Birmingham City Council.1 source
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The entities involved
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Green Party
Swedish political party
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Birmingham
city in the West Midlands, England
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Roger Harmer
candidate in United Kingdom General Election
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Liberal Democrats
centrist political party in the United Kingdom
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