St. Patrick’s – Christmas services
11 December 2017
Please read the poster for details of Christmas services this Sunday and on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
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Crime in Solihull – a few thoughts
28 November 2017
In short, crime fluctuates and when it has reduced in the past few years I (and others) have counselled that crime patterns do rise and fall and that we should not get too excited. For instance, between Nov 2013 and Nov 2016 : we saw highs in burglaries of just over 100 per month in … More Crime in Solihull – a few thoughts
Winter Service Plan – Solihull
27 November 2017
Its getting a bit chilly out there now so it seems a good time to repost the boroughs Winter Service Plan: Winter_Service_Plan The plan is self explanatory and informs us the resources to tackle poor weather must be used: In the right way In the right place, and, At the right time. The plan sets … More Winter Service Plan – Solihull
Do we really want a Costa Coffee in Dickens Heath?
20 November 2017
A bit of an issue, especially as Dickens Heath is served by Mortons (which is a really nice restaurant that serves coffee), The Chalice (that also provides coffee), a Tesco Express (that has a take-a-way Costa Coffee) and the wonderful Coffee Cloud – an independent coffee shop. All these establishments are on Main Street, Dickens … More Do we really want a Costa Coffee in Dickens Heath?
Improving Access to Adult Social Care in Solihull
2 November 2017
At a recent Health and Adult Social Care Scrutiny Board Health and Adult Social Care Scrutiny Board I attended plans to improve access to adult social care provision in the borough were put before us to consider, specifically in respect of: Extra Care Development for Older People Care homes development Care at home development The … More Improving Access to Adult Social Care in Solihull
TIMER SWITCHES ARE BACK
25 October 2017
Making or homes secure, locking doors and windows, is vital in deterring burglars. Another method is trying to make it look as though someone is at home, whether you are at work or away for a time. Most burglaries appear to take place in the late afternoon and early evenings (when it is dark). Here, … More TIMER SWITCHES ARE BACK
West Midlands Fire Service – Report for Solihull MBC
11 October 2017
This report was presented to Solihull Full Council yesterday evening, it can be viewed via this link: WMFS Solihull report The report examines the Fire Service Plan and a visit to the West Midlands Fire Service website has plenty of information, especially on fire prevention: https://www.wmfs.net/ In the borough you will find the report looks … More West Midlands Fire Service – Report for Solihull MBC
Travellers Update – House of Commons debate
4 October 2017
I have today received a briefing note from the West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner in relation to travellers. The briefing note is directed at the MP’s representing the West Midlands in preparation for a House of Commons debate about travellers taking place soon. The document is a public document which I can share with … More Travellers Update – House of Commons debate
Fore Business Park – planning committee
3 October 2017
This has always been an interesting application and one I have reported on three occasions on my website, with links to the site via additional Facebook group messages (see below for links to these pages). The proposal is before Solihull Planning Committee tomorrow and the officers report can be viewed via this link: http://eservices.solihull.gov.uk/mgInternet/documents/s52979/PL201701594MAJFOT%20-%20Report%20by%20the%20Head%20Of%20Development%20and%20Regulatory%20Management.pdf The … More Fore Business Park – planning committee
Winter Warmth in Solihull
2 October 2017
One of these years the Daily Express is going to get its headline predicting an extremely harsh winter right. However, even mildest winters have cold snaps and this bring concern for vulnerable, especially elderly people. This begs the question, ‘what can we all do to help?’ Well, as well as looking out for our vulnerable … More Winter Warmth in Solihull
Ken Hawkins 