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
An interesting application has been submitted this week, seeking outline permission to develop housing on a plot of land adjoining 68 Lady Lane, Cheswick Green. The proposed site is Green Belt land and documents supporting the application can be read here: Supporting statement: PL_2018_01906_MIODW-SUPPORTING_STATEMENT-886869 Site Plan: PL_2018_01906_MIODW-SITE_PLAN-886352 Location Plan: PL_2018_01906_MIODW-LOCATION_PLAN-886343 The details as to numbers, … More Planning Application – Lady Lane
Just a few days prior to the floods on Sunday 27 May I met with the councils Flood Protection officers to discuss the (relatively smaller) flooding which took place over Easter weekend; these were mainly related to parts of Cheswick Green and I posted information and images on my website – https://cllrkenhawkins.co.uk/2018/04/04/flooding-issues-in-ward/ ). The video … More MAY BANK HOLIDAY FLOODS
This post is in conjunction with a previous post on this matter: https://cllrkenhawkins.co.uk/2018/06/28/back-garden-planning-application-dickens-heath/ This post contains my formal objection to the councils’ [planning department and another report that relates to trees on development land. My formal objection can be read here: Objection P1Objection P2 My objection letter mentions a report that refers to trees on … More Garden Grabbing – Planning Objection
On behalf of residents of Creynolds Lane I have submitted a representation seeking a reduction of the current 40mph speed limit to 30 mph. I support this request. The submission, with rationale and evidence base, can be read here: IMG_20180704_0002IMG_20180704_0001. Creynolds Lane is a route that has become exceeding busier since motorists have recognised the ‘short cut’ … More Creynolds Lane – Request for reduction in speed limit
A long awaited application for development behind houses in Birchy Leasowes Lane, Dickens Heath (on border with Tidbury Green) has been submitted to the council – application PL/2018/01710/PPFL refers. All documents on the system to date can be found here: PL-2018-01710-PPFL In brief, the application seeks to demolish one house, number 85, and erect 5 … More Back Garden Planning Application – Dickens Heath
‘We’re having a heatwave, we’re having a heatwave…’ I cant remember what musical this comes from but it seems we are in for great weather in the next week or so. This means a climb into our loft to bring the fan downstairs. We all think about the elderly and vulnerable people during winter and … More Staying Cool in Hot Weather
Yesterday we undertook a community litter pick on Stratford Road (A34) in Monkspath. Some 7 members of the local Facebook group were joined by staff from the nearby Tesco store, we were then able to tackle the length of this section of the road as well as the historic footpath that runs behind the stores and … More Community Litter Pick
Ken Hawkins 