00:01Birmingham will host the World Para-Athletics Championships in 2029 despite warnings over
00:06costs of around £6 million. The competition would take place at Alexander Stadium in Perry Bar,
00:14building on the city's Commonwealth Games legacy. Government-appointed commissioners
00:18have questioned whether the money could be better spent on other council services.
00:24They say at least half the funding should come from outside partners.
00:28The council argues that hosting could boost visitors' spending and create jobs.
00:33Paralympic bronze medalist Ndidi Kama Oko, who began her para-athletics career in Birmingham,
00:39says the process is exciting. The host city has yet to be chosen though.
