Councillor at Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council. Blogging about issues in Blythe Ward (Monkspath, Cheswick Green, Dickens Heath and Tidbury Green) and Solihull.
Please find posted below a link to the latest e-bulletin from our local Healthwatch. gallery.mailchimp.com/1d97f64fc98df6a8e11ee201b/files/8e0502ca-f45a-4aa7-bcab-378e4ef7def2/final_sept_e_bulletin.pdf
Residents may be aware of the letter I wrote on behalf of many residents seeking a change in the speed limit, from 40 mph to 30 mph, on Creynolds Lane. The issue brought a superb response from residents and has raised the issue of road safety all around, not just on one road. I … More Creynolds Lane – no change in speed limit
I wish to remind residents about the consultation into the subsidised services (the Diamond routes in Blythe ward). If you are able please submit a response to the survey, the link is here:https://www.networkwestmidlands.com/campaigns/solihull-bus-review/ I also wish to remind you that TfWM are holding a public exhibition on High Street, Solihull (between McDonalds and John Lewis) … More BUS SERVICES – Consultation reminder
It has taken a long time but there is a consultation beginning tomorrow. I was aware the contract for Diamond was under review but it seems the review has been held over until the New Year so that consultations can take place. I have posted below the text of an email I have received, which … More BUS SERVICES – Consultation by TfWM
Residents may be aware of the letter I wrote on behalf of many residents seeking a change in the speed limit, from 40 mph to 30 mph, on Creynolds Lane. The issue brought a superb response from residents and has raised the issue of road safety all around, not just on one road. I … More Creynolds Lane – request for a change in speed limit
I wish to update residents in relation to the proposed works, which will create a right-turn from Creynolds Lane onto the Stratford Road (A34). There is understandably some unease at the disruption this will cause whilst works are taking place, with the section of the road closed for several weeks. The intended works are not … More Creynolds Lane – junction works
Notcutts, Monkspath is due for a refurb and a planning application has been submitted. All the details can be found by visiting the councils planning portal and typing in the planning reference – PL/2018/01894/PPFL – via this link: http://www.solihull.gov.uk/Resident/Planning/searchplanningapplications I have though attached the applicants planning statement here: PL_2018_01894_PPFL-PLANNING_STATEMENT-885653 with, Existing and Proposed site plans … More Notcutts – refurbishment
I did post about the expected heatwave in June and it is still with us (see https://cllrkenhawkins.co.uk/2018/06/21/staying-cool-in-hot-weather/ ). However, recent weeks/days have witnessed intense heat and we now have a Heatwave warnings. The below is a synopsis of a message all borough councillors received about what actions we are taking and other preventative measures. HEATWAVE … More HEATWAVE – Solihull
I see Albert and his wife regularly when walking near Elmbridge Drive and Shelly Crescent. What I didn’t know was Albert took part in a tragic (and secret) Operation Smash, in practice for D Day. He was guiding one of several tanks ashore in Studland Bay and was one of a few that survived the … More Albert Price – a Monkspath resident and a hero.
Please find attached the Annual Report from Solihull’ s Healthwatch 2017/18. This report covers the period of change, especially the merging of three clinical commissioning groups: HW Solihull 2017-2018 Annual Report The report is worth reading and sharing with work colleagues, friends and family. Healthwatch work on our behalf and ensure Solihull residents have a strong … More Healthwatch Annual Report
