Birmingham City Council is facing a financial crisis after years of austerity and a £1bn cut in funding. It has joined seven other councils in issuing a 114 notice, which means it cannot balance its budget.

This situation will have an impact on the lives of many people who rely on local services across our community.

At Parliament, Paulette has raised the issue of council funding with Michael Gove, the Secretary of State for Local Government, in Parliament and demanded urgent action.