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- Birmingham is preparing to bid for City of Music status to honor heritage.
- John Cotton, the council leader, highlighted Birmingham's diverse legacy, including Black Sabbath.
- He noted Digbeth's flourishing creative quarter and the need to celebrate heritage.
- Despite past austerity measures, the council will invest £130 million in services for 2026/27.
- A £1 million culture fund has been established to support the City of Music bid and related events.
