Following the withdrawal of Solihull’s Draft Local Plan, the Council is building on the work already undertaken to develop a new Plan for the borough by issuing a ‘call-for-site submissions’, as set out in the report to Full Council in October. On 4 September 2024 the Inspectors appointed to examine Solihull’s Local Plan recommended that … More Solihull Local Plan – Update
This is being discussed at this evening meeting of Solihull Councils Economic Development, Managed Growth and Skills Scrutiny Board; links to reports are shown below. As a former Shard End lad I know North Solihull is part of a wider functional economic geography, and broader communities, that includes East Birmingham, and which faces similar challenges. … More EAST BIRMINGHAM NORTH SOLIHILL ZONE (EBNS)
At Cranmore Park, Cranmore Avenue on Wednesday 16 October between 3:30pm and 7 pm. With over 3,000 visitors for the 2 shows in last school year, Solihull Apprenticeship Show is a popular event for young people who are looking for entry-level jobs or apprenticeships as an alternative route for further education or work. The show … More SOLIHULL APPRENTICESHIP SHOW:
The latest report covering the whole of the Meriden (rural) side of Solihull is posted here Newsletter October 2013 . As usual, some excellent work being done in partnership both in Blythe ward and Solihull in general. I also realise I did not post Septembers report, her it is: Newsletter September 2013
Most residents of Tidbury Green will have received a leaflet from agents acting for developers, who propose to build 185 homes on ‘Land off Fulford hall Road’, otherwise known as Tidbury Green Farm. For those who have not received the leaflet I have downloaded a copy here: Tidbury Green Final Consultation Leaflet (LR) In addition … More TIDBURY GREEN FARM
Please find the MAY monthly report from our excellent Area 3 Neighbourhood Team, which includes Blythe ward and most of the Meriden Constituency. Again, some excellent work being done by the Council, Police and other partners. Newsletter May 12
I have purposely not posted anything recently because the election period was upon us and I am resolute in not using this website for political purposes; I might ask you to vote for me in 3 years time though! The attached link shows Thursday’s elections results for Solihull Borough: http://www.solihull.gov.uk/democracy/publishingresults.htm I wil be posting a few more in … More Election Results – Purdah is over
There are some fantastic events in our parks this year; the Park Events brochure can be downloaded here: http://www.solihull.gov.uk/events/default.htm – with other town centre events also included. The events guide can also be viewed here: EventsGuide
Last week I spoke to a few residents who are concerned about the latest planning application on the site of 194, Creynolds Lane, Cheswick Green. Where there used to be one bungalow, permission was given for the construction of two houses. There is now another application for an additional house – application 2011/1980 refers. You can get access … More Planning Application – Creynolds Lane, Cheswick Green
I am taking part in a ‘Local Councillor Shadowing Award’ where young people shadow a local councillor and undertake activities contributing towards their award. There are seven young people taking part in the first pilot group in Solihull and a year 10 student at Tudor Grange has been assigned to me. Luke is very interested in the … More Hillfield Park – Saturday Walkabout
Ken Hawkins 