Taxi drivers opposed the traffic ban

A three month trial to turn Broad Street into a traffic-free zone at weekends ends on Friday.

The move was aimed at improving safety but taxi drivers were angry that buses were still allowed to travel through the busy area.

Birmingham City Council said the ban was successful but everyone had to work together to make it a success in the long term.

Crime reduction

Councillor Stewart Stacey, cabinet member for transportation, said: "There is no doubt that the closure proved successful with regards to crime reduction and public safety.

"But it is clear that a long term solution can only be achieved by all involved working together in a positive, concerted way."

He said West Midlands Police, Birmingham City Council, Broad Street Association and the Taxi and Private Hire Associations had agreed to work together to look at other ways of tackling crime and people's safety.