Birmingham will get £165 million to build more than 5,000 homes for the Commonwealth Games, under plans announced at the Conservative conference today.

The housing will initially be used for athletes and officials taking part in the 2022 Commonwealth Games.

Once the games are over, it will be available for general use.

The development, known as the Commonwealth Games Village, will provide a major economic boost to the Perry Barr area, where games are held.

Communities Minister James Brokenshire

Communities Secretary James Brokenshire will announce the cash windfall at the conference, which is taking place at the ICC in Broad Street.

He will say: “In 2022 Birmingham will host the Commonwealth Games.

“It will provide the platform for this great city to shine on a global stage.

“The chance to drive economic potential.

“The chance to create a sense of pride - not just in this city but our country as a whole.

“That’s why I’m proud today to announce the Government funding for the construction of the Athletes Village.

“We will invest £165 million to help support 5,000 new homes, but just as importantly create a long lasting legacy for Birmingham and from the Commonwealth Games.”

A CGI image of how Plot 2 of the Commonwealth Games 2022 athletes village would look.
A CGI image of how Plot 2 of the Commonwealth Games 2022 athletes village would look.

The funding will help to deliver the Commonwealth Games Village and transport improvements needed to support the wider regeneration of the Perry Barr area.

Construction is due to begin next year.

The Government will be working with the West Midlands Combined Authority and Birmingham City Council to support their ambitious plans, and make a success of the Games.