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Birmingham City Council

Birmingham City Council is the local government body for the city of Birmingham, England, the most populous city outside London. It is composed of 101 councillors, each representing one of the area's 40 wards. The council provides key public services such as education, housing, social services, and waste management, serving over a million citizens. The council operates under a leader and cabinet model, with the elected councillors deciding on the city's budget and policies during regular meetings held in the historic Council House.