News search Current news 6 Jun, 2025 Karen's Column, Friday 6 June Children’s Services is top of the agenda for my column this week. 3 Jun, 2025 We are here to help you plan ahead The Council is encouraging residents to come to events on 14 or 28 June to help you plan ahead for later life and make good decisions early. 2 Jun, 2025 Views sought on proposed changes to polling arrangements in Solihull Some changes to where Solihull residents can vote in future elections have been proposed following an initial consultation. 30 May, 2025 Mayor of Solihull launches her Mayoral charities for 2025-26 The Mayor of Solihull, Councillor Annette Mackenzie, recently attended events across the borough to announce the three Mayoral charities she will be supporting during her term as Mayor. 30 May, 2025 Karen's Column Friday 30 May 2025 This week I’m going to talk a little bit about taking care of yourself, now and in the future. 30 May, 2025 Solar Together Solihull reaches over 1,100 registrations ahead of new July deadline There is still time to join over 1000 of your Solihull neighbours in registering for Solar Together so you can avoid missing out on potential savings! 28 May, 2025 Free trees! Applications open soon Solihull residents and organisations are invited to apply for free trees as part of a popular scheme to help boost and protect the borough’s rural landscape. 23 May, 2025 Karen’s Column Friday 23 May 2025 This week I’ll be talking about one of my main priorities – our local economy. Solihull is home to many vibrant and growing businesses. 21 May, 2025 Veolia Solihull - Solihull Council’s grounds maintenance partner - supports its spikiest residents Veolia Solihull, Solihull Council’s grounds maintenance partner, has been awarded Hedgehog Hero status by the Hedgehog Preservation Society in recognition of its efforts to keep local wildlife safe. 21 May, 2025 Solihull Observatory creates new tool for learning about Solihull’s make-up This week, Solihull Observatory are launching a new Solihull Area and Ward Profiles dashboard on the Council website. This will be a useful tool for Solihull residents and businesses to explore the data that makes-up the borough. 16 May, 2025 Message from the Leader of Solihull Council, Councillor Karen Grinsell I am extremely honoured to be the new Leader of Solihull Council. As anyone who knows me will tell you, I love our borough and I’m really proud to call it home. 15 May, 2025 Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2025 As part of Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2025 (Thursday 15 May), today we celebrate the importance of accessibility and inclusion, because everyone deserves equal access to the digital world. Pagination Current page 1 Page 2 Next page ›› Last page Last » News archive 2025 May Leader’s Column, from Councillor Ian Courts. Friday 9 May 2025. Acts dazzle at The Core Theatre for sold-out reopening show Retrofit Action Week comes to Solihull New solar panels at Tudor Grange Leisure Centre to help power Solihull’s low-carbon energy network Leader’s Column, from Councillor Ian Courts. Friday 2 May 2025 Bank holiday opening hours Young people’s creativity shines through in new video April Albert Price Way honours life of local hero Stronger spaces, stronger communities: Solihull’s £450k community building renovations Leader’s Column, from Councillor Ian Courts. Friday 25 April 2025 VE Day 80th Anniversary events in Solihull ‘Try before you bike’ scheme comes to Solihull Tickets to The Core Theatre reopening almost sold out as Mayor's charity gala approaches Leader’s Column, from Councillor Ian Courts. Wednesday 16 April 2025. Solar panels power leisure centre Leader’s Column, from Councillor Ian Courts - Friday 11 April 2025 "Solihull Goes Electric" with successful EV event! Unwrapping the future of esports in the West Midlands Leader’s Column, from Councillor Ian Courts. Friday 4 April 2025. Mayor's Musings – March 2025 GRAHAM appointed to deliver new FM contract for Solihull Council Solihull’s Easter Fairtrade Trail is just around the corner! Solihull residents could save on energy bills with an exclusive 12-month fixed rate tariff Have your say on polling arrangements in Solihull March Solar panel scheme launches in Solihull to help people save money Leader’s Column, from Councillor Ian Courts. Friday 28 March 2025. A splash of colour for Solihull Local students benefit from work experience at international esports event Leader’s Column, from Councillor Ian Courts. Friday 21 March 2025 Self-driving shuttle route goes live in Solihull Solihull’s new low carbon Energy Network gets backing from the National Wealth Fund AI innovation is game changer for adult social care HAF to continue with Easter programme for 2025 Mayor’s charity gala to mark grand reopening of The Core Theatre Leader’s Column, from Councillor Ian Courts. Friday 14 March 2025 Solihull gets ready to go Electric – EV event coming to the town centre Have your say about community information and advice in Solihull Planting for peace and tranquility – 500 more trees at Katherine’s Wood in Balsall Common Biggest single seizure of illegal goods by Solihull Trading Standards Mayor's Musings - February 2025 Leader’s Column, from Councillor Ian Courts. Friday 7 March 2025 New Council Tax Reduction Scheme for working age households to begin Plastic bags and wrapping recycling launches in Solihull Family Helpline now available for Solihull families Work and training support for young people in Solihull February Leader’s Column, from Councillor Ian Courts. Friday 28 February 2025 First step towards Solihull’s next Local Plan Solihull Council agrees budget and council tax rate for 2025/26 ‘Work with us to reduce rough sleeping in Solihull’ Leader’s Column, from Councillor Ian Courts. Friday 21 February 2025. Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council regarding Council finances Solihull’s sur-really good! Planting hedgerows for our future at Forest Oak School Schools across Solihull roll out new climate action plans Veolia and Solihull Council launch Community Environment Fund with £20,000 up for grabs “Light up Your Life”: Stop Smoking Campaign Launches Across Birmingham and Solihull Big Community Switch returns to help residents save money on energy bills Leader’s Column, from Councillor Ian Courts. Friday 14 February 2025 Temporary closure of Bickenhill HWRC - 24 February - 2 March 2025 Save time, get online with an easy-access council tax account Boss Mart 2 prosecuted for selling illegal tobacco and vapes Only 50 days until major Rocket League esports event in Solihull! Solihull Apprenticeship Show showcased opportunities for all Leader's Column, from Councillor Ian Courts. Wednesday 5 February Mayor's Musings - January 2025 Have your say - Chelmsley Wood Public Space Protection Order proposal to tackle anti-social behaviour January Leader’s column Friday 31 January 2025 Update on The Core Theatre auditorium - January 2025 Leader’s Column, from Councillor Ian Courts. Friday 24 January 2025 Solihull gets Surreal Leader’s Column, from Councillor Ian Courts. Monday 20 January 2025 Save money during Energy Savers Week Leader’s Column, from Councillor Ian Courts. Monday 13 January 2025. Solihull shop fined over £11k for selling illegal vapes Priority areas agreed for child safeguarding partners in Solihull Explore local opportunities at Solihull Apprenticeship Show 2024 December Residents cutting energy bills and emissions with free home upgrades Leader’s Column, from Councillor Ian Courts. Thursday 19 December 2024. Parking enforcement suspended over Christmas and New Year Core Theatre update December 2024 Help and support at Christmas Mayor's Musings - December 2024 Leader’s Column, from Councillor Ian Courts. Friday 13 December 2024. Putting Change into Action to help rough sleepers this Christmas Waste less and recycle right this Christmas ‘A fresh start’ as tenants move into 25 new energy saving homes in Kingshurst New Working Age Council Tax Reduction Scheme agreed Leader’s Column, from Councillor Ian Courts, Monday 9 December 2024 Family Hubs out-reach centre opens at Shirley Heath Junior School Solihull Council response to Storm Darragh Mayor's Musings - November 2024 Solihull Council considers garden waste collection charges November Leader’s Column, from Councillor Ian Courts. Friday 29 November 2024. Pool covers installations help save energy Ofsted Children’s Home report published Inclusive employment in the borough Solihull Local Plan – next steps Have your say on community advice service Deadline approaching to apply for Home Upgrade Grant Have your say on the region’s natural environment Celebrating National Tree Week 2024 Closure Order granted to Solihull Council after convenience store sold illegal tobacco and vapes Have your say on supported accommodation in Solihull Stepping up for Solihull Success 16 Days of activism against gender-based violence Apollo Launches! Leader's Column - Friday 22 November 2024 Solihull invited to get into gear for winter biking event Solihull schools take part in model COP29 summit Solihull’s ‘go-to’ licensing officer wins national award Help with energy costs continues through Household Support Fund Leader’s Column – Friday 15 November Save money on energy bills with the Big Community Switch Hope Coppice wins national biodiversity award Solihull’s counterfeit goods - seized, reused and recycled Sign up for workshop to improve support for carers in Solihull Mayor's Musings - Remembrance Special Schools celebrated at annual Greener Solihull School Awards Solihull Council and Muse sign agreement for the landmark redevelopment of Mell Square Roadshow hits the streets for Youth Work Week Leader’s Column – Friday 8 November Mayor's Musings - October 2024 Message from Councillor Ian Courts – Friday 1 November 2024 Marking Remembrance Day 2024 in Solihull October Partial closure order granted to Solihull Community Housing after tenant’s ‘substantial’ cannabis cultivation and ‘intent to supply’ Keeping strong and steady Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council. Monday 28 October 2024. Solihull Council seeks views on A41 road safety improvements Works complete to improve standards at more than 600 social homes in Solihull Have your say on social housing tenancies in Solihull ‘Love where you live’ Solihull photo competition Solihull Council announces major esports event in 2025 Solihull Council celebrates the 2024 Civic Honours Awards Have your say on proposed changes to charges for Council-run day opportunities Solihull Apprenticeship Show opens the door to career paths for all Solihull Council seeks views on Knowle to Solihull Active Travel Scheme Solihull Council partners with Vistry to deliver 177 sustainable new homes Mayor's Musings - World Menopause Day Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Friday 18 October 2024 New volunteer community transport partnership launched to support residents. Solihull pupils take part in Question Time for Local Democracy Week Free NHS jabs available Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Friday 11 October 2024 Free e-cargo bike trials for Solihull businesses and groups Mayor's Musings - September 2024 World Homeless Day - Thursday 10 October Stepping up for Solihull Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Friday 4 October 2024 Stoptober – take on the challenge of a smoke-free future Self-driving shuttle route set to launch in Solihull Solihull Council is Here2Help Solihull announced as finalist in the 2024 Global Destination Sustainability Awards Solihull’s summer-long cultural festival a huge hit September Green grant helps Solihull bowls club cut costs and modernise facilities Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council. Friday 27 September 2024 Funding secured to develop carbon-cutting plan for Chelmsley Wood Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council 20 September 2024. Help us improve support for carers in Solihull Air Quality Strategy published Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council – Friday 13 September Have your say on Solihull’s gambling licensing Swap to Stop today Mayor's Musings - Civic Service Special Solihull Council gets ready for food waste and recycling changes World Suicide Prevention Day – Start the conversation Health and Wellbeing Strategy – three days left to tell us what you think Solihull Apprenticeship Show returns Solihull Local Plan – update 6 September 2024 Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council. Friday 6 September 2024 Villages in Solihull borough to get new average speed cameras New smart sensor technology to improve safety on key cycle route in Solihull Residents urged into action for Zero Waste Week Help us improve services for autistic adults August Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council – Friday 30 August Mayor’s Musings – August 2024 One month left to apply for help towards energy costs Around 700 homes in Lyndon and Olton eligible for energy efficiency upgrades Everyone’s a 'Winnr' at Kingshurst HAF fun day All systems go! Customers sign up for first phase of the Solihull Town Centre Low Carbon Energy Network Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council – Friday 23 August Solihull Council opens first of three children’s homes Beetles and blossom join Shirley’s art trail First phase of sustainable new house building nears completion in Kingshurst Elmdon community groups invite Mayor of Solihull to launch new defibrillator outside Elmdon Church Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council. Friday 16 August Taxi driver’s licence revoked on grounds of public safety upheld by Birmingham Magistrates Court Solihull Fairtrade Trail heads to the town centre Saddle up for Cycle September Solihull’s Annual Canvass gets underway for 2024 Statement from the Mayor of Solihull on Unity and Hope Mayor celebrates Solihull retaining ‘Tree City of the World’ status for a third year Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Wednesday 7 August 2024 New plan to boost Solihull’s natural environment 05 August - Message from the leader of Solihull Council Help with energy costs available through Household Support Fund Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Friday 2 August 2024 Live in Solihull? Have your say on arts and culture Mayor congratulates Street Tag winners July Things are heating up for Solihull Town Centre’s Low Carbon Energy Network Friends of Shirley Park open restored rose garden after successful bid for funding Mayor’s Musings – July 2024 Learn about work and training options for young people Man sentenced following fly-tipping Top tech tips this summer in Solihull! Friday 26 July 2024 - Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council New home for Solihull Council’s licensing team Solihull’s visitor economy worth record £1.27 billion in 2023 Inclusive employment transforms lives Have your say on social housing in Solihull Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council. Friday 19 July. Solihull Family Hubs officially open Health and Wellbeing Strategy – tell us your views First Solihull homes transformed under energy efficiency scheme Mayor joins local knitted poppy appeal for Remembrance installation at St Alphege Church Top marks as Solihull gets another award for its parks Check-in to Malvern Park’s Air Bee-n-bee! Residents asked for views on Solihull’s Council Tax Reduction Scheme Have your say on food waste and recycling collections Community funds of over £440,000 now available 12 July - Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council. June Mayor of Solihull launches her Mayoral charities for 2024-25 Flying the flag for Armed Forces Day 2024 Mayor's Musings - June 2024 Free careers fair event at Solihull College this Tuesday Mayor welcomes primary school pupils to host student council meetings in the Chamber Mayor opens new Frog Lane Country Trail in Balsall Common Election – Thursday 4 July May Nominate before Friday 7 June for the Solihull Civic Honours Awards! This summer, please continue to help combat homelessness Great Big Green Week is coming to Solihull Residents and organisations invited to apply for free trees Free support event for Solihull businesses and entrepreneurs New Chair of Solihull Employment and Skills Board appointed 44 years of fostering for Solihull couple Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council. 24 May 2024. Solihull moments: on this day we’re 70 years as a borough Businesses chip in to transform school’s eco-garden Blooming marvellous hanging baskets Have your say on how we assess local heritage Lighting the way for the 80th anniversary of D-Day Mell Square Masterplan promises transformative change for Solihull town centre Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Friday 17 May 2024 Core Theatre auditorium set to reopen in 2025 Solihull Council elects Councillor Shahin Ashraf MBE as 71st Mayor Two men sentenced following fly tipping in Meriden and Fen End Residents can get free home energy efficiency advice at events New 150 place SEND school to open in Solihull Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Wednesday 8 May 2024 Coventry, Warwickshire and Solihull appointed by Arts Council England to lead the new regional Music Hub Solihull businesses can learn how to make cost and carbon savings at free event April Mayor’s Charity Ball raises over £3,000 for charities Nominations now open for the Civic Honours Awards 2024! Elections - Thursday 2 May 2024 Eid parking arrangements March Criteria for energy efficiency scheme to change Solihull student wins regional public speaking competition Solihull Council statement on TK Maxx closure Activities galore for children and families this Easter in Solihull! EV drivers in Solihull set to benefit from up to 500 new charging points New homes taking shape in Kingshurst New cycle scheme launches to get Solihull residents on their bikes Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council - Friday 15 March Local group performing at Mayor’s Charity Ball in April Solihull schools join forces over carbon emissions challenge Working together to reduce rough sleeping in Solihull Elliot says “Everybody please walk to school” Veolia’s StreetKind campaign supports colleagues in Solihull Family Hubs opening soon Solihull Council launches new strategy to boost tourism across the borough New Zebra Crossings make it easier to walk safely Commonwealth Games legacy funding means it’s game on in Solihull Raising the flag for Commonwealth Day 2024 Friday 8 March – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Solihull’s tree planting project scoops another award! Solihull recycling rates hit six-year high Solihull Moments - celebrating 70 years in Solihull’s history Paragon Bank donates laptops to Solihull children in care Solihull projects scoop £1.8m of Fairer Futures Funds Message from the Leader of Solihull Council, Councillor Ian Courts. Friday 1 March 2024 Street Tag comes to Solihull February Three closure orders granted to Solihull Community Housing for tenants’ anti-social behaviour Core Theatre auditorium coming back in 2025 Solihull Council is seeking to appoint a new Chair of the Employment and Skills Board 26 February 2024 – Message from the Leader of Solihull Council, Councillor Ian Courts Business Growth West Midlands supports Solihull and Birmingham businesses to reach sustainability goals Get your health check now! Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council – Monday 19 February 2024 Solihull Local Plan – Update 15 February 2024 Creating hands-on training opportunities in Kingshurst Solihull Apprenticeship Show draws a crowd to local employment and training opportunities Message from Councillor Ian Courts – Friday 9 February 2024 Solihull Council seeks views on its Natural Capital Investment Strategy Save time, get online with an easy-access council tax account Solihull Council seeks views on A452 Chester Road Improvement Scheme Air Quality Strategy consultation – one week to go 02 February 2024 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council. Solihull residents can apply for free energy efficiency upgrades to help lower energy bills January 26/01/2024 Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council. Veolia donates kits to support Solihull’s growing community of volunteers A welcoming space for our homeless young people - St Basils Solihull Youth Hub, Chelmsley Wood Council awards new Short Breaks grants LARC success in Solihull Free business support and access to new grants available for Solihull entrepreneurs Solihull Local Plan – Update 19 January 2024 Friday 19 January 2024 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council. Planting Our Future tree planting on target with another 350 trees in north Solihull Council trials slipper giveaway to older residents Exploring local opportunities at Solihull Apprenticeship Show Solihull launches small electrical kerbside collection project Enterprise for Success announces start-up business support drop-in event Monday 15 January 2024 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council. Return of the Mayor’s Charity Ball 2024 Solihull hair and beauty supplier fined £10,000 for selling dangerous skin lightening products Solihull Council announces upcoming consultation on A452 (Chester Road) improvement scheme Event commemorating Holocaust Memorial Day 2024 Solihull Council seeks views on its draft Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy 9 January 2024 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Solihull Council launches new social care recruitment website 2023 December 22 December 2023 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Free family activities in Solihull this Christmas! Christmas card competition prizes presented by the Mayor Solihull Council seeks views on its new Air Quality Strategy Christmas parking enforcement suspension Christmas message from the Mayor of Solihull 2023 Taking a partnership approach to corporate parenting 15 December 2023 – Message from the Leader of Solihull Council, Councillor Ian Courts Avoid rubbish fines – check your waste carrier is licensed Putting Change into Action to help people rough sleeping this winter Meriden Library to temporarily close for essential works Solihull Council welcomes schools for model COP28 summit 11 December 2023 – Message from the Leader of Solihull Council, Councillor Ian Courts Solihull Council launches start-up support programme for aspiring entrepreneurs Celebrating International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2023 1 December 2023 – Message from the Leader of Solihull Council, Councillor Ian Courts November Solihull Council is Here2Help Solihull holds its annual Greener Schools Awards Solihull Council supports Solihogs Hedgehog Rescue to keep hedgehogs healthy and happy 24 November 2023 – Message from the Leader of Solihull Council, Councillor Ian Courts Solihull communities could benefit from transformative £9 million Commonwealth Games legacy fund Core Theatre auditorium: RAAC closure update - November 2023 Celebrating 75 years of National Tree Week Making roads and streets safer for ALL our residents – could you help? Solihull Council responds to latest Ofsted report Solihull Catering Services launches new website 17 November 2023 – Message from the Leader of Solihull Council, Councillor Ian Courts Mayor's Annual Sea Scout announced Free health checks available across Solihull Hobs Moat Library to temporarily close for essential works Carers' Rights Day 2023 information event Remembrance Sunday 2023 – Message from the Leader of Solihull Council, Councillor Ian Courts. Mayor celebrates National School Meals Week Deputy Mayor raises £1500 for young carers Remembrance Sunday 12 November 2023 03 November 2023 – Message from the Leader of Solihull Council, Councillor Ian Courts. Celebrating youth work in every place in space 3,000 more trees for ‘Solihull’s Green Ways’ Voting by post or proxy at future elections Recycling just got easier Solihull Tree Wardens take on ambitious tree value project October Mell Square set for radical revamp with major developer on board 27 October 2023 – Message from the Leader of Solihull Council, Councillor Ian Courts. Local opportunities showcased at Solihull Apprenticeship Show Focus on Faith - Diwali 2023 – the Festival of Lights Solihull Council to host free business support event Free home energy advice events coming to Solihull The show WILL go on! Solihull celebrates its outstanding citizens at Civic Honours Awards Solihull Council unlocks latest round of funding for ambitious Kingshurst regeneration Question Time for Local Democracy Week 20/10/2023 Message from the Leader of Solihull Council, Councillor Ian Courts. Solihull Council’s climate action assessed in nationwide review Electric cargo bikes help to power greener future Growing equality in Forestry Get involved in adult social care Solihull Apprenticeship Show returns for residents to learn about local opportunities First Solihull Family Hub opens 13 October 2023 - Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Celebrating Black History Month 2023 in Solihull Funding secured for exciting Solihull automated transport project World Homeless Day, Tuesday 10 October 6 October 2023 - Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Statement on latest HS2 announcement from Cllr Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Core Theatre auditorium: RAAC closure update - October 2023 September Public EV charging in Solihull – new dual rate tariff 29/09/2023 Message from the Leader of Solihull Council, Councillor Ian Courts. House building gets underway in Kingshurst Stoptober– commit to quit 22/09/23 – Message from the Leader of Solihull Council, Councillor Ian Courts Closure Order issued for anti-social behaviour and criminality Oaks and Shires to return on Saturday 7 October Line-l Richie spotted marking up sports pitches in Solihull! 15/09/23 – Message from the Leader of Solihull Council, Councillor Ian Courts Get ready for later life with help from Solihull Council Core Theatre auditorium: RAAC closure update Working together to unlock an exciting future for Solihull town centre New local contraception service for Solihull Family Hub one-stop shops set to open in March 2024 New public realm strategy to boost investment in Solihull Town Centre The Orange Button scheme – how to help people in crisis Solihull leading the charge on electric vehicles infrastructure 8 September 2023 - Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Core Theatre: RAAC Closure 1 September 2023 - Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council August Mayoral charities launched Solihull shop owner prosecuted for underage vape sale 25 August 2023 - Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Solihull second in the country for children’s cycle training Solihull school takes part in climate action event 18 August 2023 - Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Solihull children set to benefit from John Lewis donations Solihull hidden gem to be conserved thanks to Community Green Grant Solihull street to be transformed with energy saving home improvements 11 August 2023 - Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Get your free Coronation bookmarks at Solihull Libraries 04 August 2023 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council July 28 July 2023 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Plan your summer in the borough with Visit Solihull 21 July 2023 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council On your marks for ‘Ready, Set, Read’ - this year’s Summer Reading Challenge at Solihull Libraries Over £250,000 community funds now available Top marks for Solihull’s parks Flowers for the future – display unveiled in Malvern Park Young archaeologists unearth Elmdon Park’s past St Peter’s drop-in session Solihull Council publishes its bold new Economic Strategy for the borough 14 July 2023 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Solihull Council shortlisted for best decarbonisation initiative Get summer sorted – holiday activities for Solihull families Marie Curie chosen as Mayoral charity for forthcoming year Council secures quick response services for care at home Monkspath school takes part in the Zero Carbon Schools Programme 07 July 2023 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Solihull Council says please show some love for young trees Solihull Council announces new Chief Executive June 30 June 2023 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Primary school students recognised for taking climate action Dreary tunnel becomes Poppy Path in time for Armed Forces Day 23 June 2023 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Green light for Balsall Common nature trail Solihull shop fined £1,000 for underage razor blades sale 16 June 2023 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Applications open for free tree scheme. House building plans agreed to kick-start Kingshurst regeneration Could you be eligible for the Home Upgrade Grant? Solihull Council’s success in support for businesses championing workplace inclusion Council seeks views on Public Realm Strategy to transform Solihull town centre New multi-agency safeguarding arrangements in Solihull Heatwave Amber Alert, 9 - 13 June 09 June 2023 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Save money on energy bills Proposals for next step in Kinghurst Village Centre regeneration put forward Yellow Heat-Health Alert, 9 June - 12 June Solihull Council consults on new traffic enforcement powers Regional partnership for Solihull Council children’s services agreed by minister Getting together to highlight Carers Week 2023 New local history eBook now available 2 June 2023 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Shakespeare on tour in Solihull – it’s a Midsummer Night’s Dream! New route from Monkspath to Blythe Valley Park May Update on proposed temporary closure of Gate Lane in Dorridge Solihull shop owner prosecuted for underage knife sale Free home energy advice events coming soon Council team scoops top international award for carbon reduction project Solihull staff shortlisted for Housing Heroes Awards 26 May 2023 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Kingshurst community asked for ideas as local park is set to get an upgrade Community fund launches to boost investment in health and care in Solihull Shop owner prosecuted for underage knife sale 19 May 2023 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Councillor Ken Meeson’s farewell as he steps down as Mayor of Solihull Remembering Sikh volunteers during the two World Wars 12 May 2023 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Design a bookmark competition – Coronation style! 2023 Election Results April It’s nearly time for The Coronation – here’s what’s on offer in Solihull £400 energy bill fund – check your eligibility Nominate your local heroes for a Civic Honours Award March New dementia strategy for Birmingham and Solihull Business as usual for Kingshurst as community prepares for demolition to start Over 50 properties in Solihull set to benefit from energy saving insulation Solihull Local Plan – Update 17 March 2023 Solihull Council cracks down on nitrous oxide misuse Graffiti - Summit has to change Solihull Council responds to Children's Commissioner report 16 March 2023 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Solihull Council Leader welcomes Spring Budget The Mayor attends Fairtrade thank you event for Solihull students Here 2 Help free events this month Free help sessions available for businesses ahead of incoming recycling changes Solihull Council’s self-driving shuttle comes to Birmingham Business Park Solihull Connected – Solihull Council adopts refreshed transport strategy Zeroing in – Solihull’s Annual Report tracks net zero progress Business case is finalised for Solihull town centre’s Low Carbon Energy Network 10 March 2023 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Met Office level 3 cold weather action 03 March 2023 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Recycling, rubbish and green waste - changes to collections coming soon Find out about careers in adult social care Your Future Solihull – in flowers February Why no one needs to sleep rough in Solihull Solihull Council agrees budget for 2023/24 and new council tax rate 23 February 2023 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Solihull librarian shortlisted for prestigious national award Flooding – how you can be prepared 17 February 2023 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Take part in the Solihull Fairtrade Trail! Council tax online – sign up now Solihull Apprenticeship Show 2023 succeeds in drawing the crowds Pioneering pilot programme to help businesses comply with new business recycling regulations 10 February 2023 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Get ready for the Coronation - funding, information and deadlines Chelmsley Wood Town Centre Masterplan goes on display 03 February 2023 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Solihull Council signs the pregnancy loss pledge Barking up the right tree! Inaugural meeting held to discuss improving services for children in Solihull E-cargo bike does the heavy lifting at community litter pick Solihull and Conigital secures funding to make automated shuttle routes a reality in the West Midlands January Solihull Council seeks views on its new Economic Strategy for the borough Help us to help you – join the network and subscribe Discretionary Housing Payments Scheme - find out if you’re eligible 27 January 2023 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Additional funding for local voluntary groups Solihull invited to raise Commonwealth Nations Flag of Peace Event to commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day 2023 Say it with TREES Apprenticeship opportunities on display at the Solihull Apprenticeship Show 19 January 2023 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Improving opportunities for people with learning disabilities and autistic people in Birmingham and Solihull Street parties for the Coronation of King Charles III – we’re open for applications! Solihull residents will need photo ID to vote at elections in May Met Office level 3 cold weather alert Met Office level 2 cold weather alert New Chelmsley Wood masterplan could mark the first step for town Centre regeneration Council responds to Ofsted report 12 January 2023 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Calling all community groups in Solihull – Solihull Council’s partner Veolia has £10k for local improvements ‘So Go!’ and get active this new year in Solihull Are you looking to make a difference? Join our online fostering information evening this Wednesday Library book amnesty – please bring your books back Stratford Road gets new average speed cameras ‘Solihull Connected’ - Council seeks views on its refreshed transport strategy 2022 December Council thanks Climate Commission for its support 22 December 2022 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Local Plan update December 2022 Solihull Council’s natural environmental work rated best in the West Midlands Christmas parking enforcement suspension Christmas cheer for homeless families 16 December – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Support for people following the recent tragedy at Babbs Mill Statement from the Leader re incident at Babbs Mill 08 December – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Green-fingered pupils help with planting at Hillfield Park Care home celebrates GOOD inspection result Marking two years since the first Covid vaccine delivered Christmas message from the Mayor of Solihull 2022 Met Office issue a Level 3 cold weather alert “We’re Here 2 Help this Winter – come and talk to us” 02 December – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Solihull’s unsung heroes recognised with the return of the Civic Honours Awards November Council’s climate change work recognised with two national awards New plan sets direction for adult social care in Solihull 25 November – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Committed to supporting Solihull carers The Greener Solihull School Awards 2022 22 November – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Exciting plans approved to improve services and increase capacity at Solihull Hospital Solihull Council scores a hat trick at the West Midlands National Park awards Solihull Council says - We’re Here 2 Help this Winter Solihull schools attend model COP27 summit in the Council Chamber Carers’ Rights Day event Solihull Council welcomes John Lewis Christmas ad spotlighting children in care Part 2 of COP27 podcast available now 11 November – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Fostering a child could change your life – find out more at our online information evening Charging ahead – Council expands EV fleet Trees from the The Queen’s Green Canopy planted at two Solihull schools Celebrating Youth Work Week COP27 podcast special with the Leader of Solihull Council 1921 census available for free at Solihull libraries Inaugural Mayor's Sea Cadet announced at Trafalgar Day celebrations 1 November – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council October Free art trail and storytimes in Shirley celebrate beautiful bugs and flowers 21 October – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Over £400,000 Community Infrastructure Funds now available Knives, blades, and alcohol sold to minors in Solihull Solihull Council responds to letter from Secretary of State for Education Question Time with the Mayor Public Consultation – Proposed improvements to Frog Lane, Balsall Common National Adoption Week – connecting with your past New Mayor's Sea Scout announced 14 October - Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council The Solihull Apprenticeship Show is back in business Pond and brook restoration at Tudor Grange Park and Hillfield Park Thinking about Fostering? Join an online information event to find out more Solihull’s new active travel route shortlisted for national award Focus on Faith - Diwali – the Festival of Light 10 October – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Cutting the commute – Council trials new flexible workspace in the centre of Dickens Heath Staff at Jaguar Land Rover Solihull get jabbed and ready for winter Solihull Council Celebrates Black History Month #BHM2022 World Homeless Day, Monday 10 October – “let’s work together to help homeless people” Solihull Council launches new fostering campaign Come along to the Solihull Apprenticeship Show! Bella’s going to help Silhillians quit smoking this Stoptober September Parking permits are now paperless Going Electric – How Solihull Council plans to help drive EV revolution 29 September – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Have your say on the conservation area in Solihull town centre ‘So Go!’ and get active in Solihull! School children to design Malvern Park flowerbed Arden Cross perfect place for an “Investment Zone” 22 September – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council New astro pitch for Tudor Grange Leisure Centre opens Solihull lifestyle checks are making a difference Closure Order issued for criminality and anti-social behaviour as Deputy Leader assures tenants their complaints will be treated confidentially Council launches Housing Strategy consultation Council to discuss new strategy to support Solihull carers Mayor of Solihull pays tribute to The Queen Screening of The Queen's funeral Changes to Council services on Monday 19 September Waste and Recycling – no collections on Monday 19 September Death of Her Majesty The Queen Working together to prevent suicide Local Plan update 5 September – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Drop-in sessions to share views about adult social care Residents urged to be careful of insulation scams Calling all landowners – ‘help combat climate change by planting trees – every half an acre helps!’ A new blueprint to tackle health inequalities in Solihull has been produced August Council to discuss first action plan on environmental sustainability for adult social care Mayor of Solihull opens the Barston Fete A pitch in time, saves nine(ty-five minutes) as Solihull Council launches new Robot Pitch Marker 26 August – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Free energy advice for residents Shirley set to be the ‘hub’ of cycling activities this bank holiday Support for wheelchair and pushchair users as Solihull Council introduces fines for ‘inconsiderate parking’ 16 August – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Apply for the energy bill rebate by 31 August Local Leaders back Kingshurst as second round of Government’s ‘Levelling Up Fund’ opens to applications Keep cool in the heat Games Ambassadors are the smiling face of Solihull Heatwave Alert at Level 2 5 August 2022 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council 1 August 2022 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Solihull Council wins national conservation award for three-year environmental programme July Applications open for free trees Let The Games begin! Greetings from Solihull Enterprise Centre Test your Commonwealth knowledge in the Recycled Flag Trail A day that will live long in the memory for Solihull – Queen’s Baton Relay report and gallery Solihull celebrates 16 of the best parks and green spaces in the country - YET AGAIN! The Queen's Baton Relay is upon us! Prevent exploitation – #Saysomethingifyouseesomethingsolihull Mayor of Solihull joins Chelmund’s Day celebrations Julie is one in a thousand! Queen's Baton Relay - North Solihull Community Events Queen's Baton Relay - Shirley Park Community Event Preview 22 July 2022 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Solihull road closures – Queen’s Baton Relay 26 July Council’s e-moped trial cuts emissions and saves money Batonbearer Story - Wayne Elcock Council launches plans to beat congestion around new developments Queen’s Baton Relay – Hampton in Arden Community Event Preview New Parklet is the place to relax in Knowle Excitement building for Queen’s Baton Relay and Musical Extravaganza Visit Shirley – and find out about its heritage Batonbearer Stories - Sajida Golby Feast of culture for Solihull citizens Solihull’s new Environmental Contract off to a smooth start Flag flies high with 10 days to go to the Commonwealth Games! 15 July 2022 – Message and heat warning from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Keep cool in the heat - Heatwave Alert Level 4 Solihull Council lines up £98.5m for key borough transport projects Solihull Careers Hub celebrates this year’s successes Keep cool in the heat Council discusses new day opportunities for adults Commonwealth Games action in the heart of Solihull Town Centre 12 July 2022 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Have your say on new walking and cycling routes to Blythe Valley Park - UPDATE Heatwave Alert at Level 2 The Commonwealth Games are coming to Solihull Town Centre Batonbearer Stories - Mason Silver Praise for Solihull’s Integrated Addiction Services Artists start work on mini art trail in Shirley Free children’s summer holiday activities for eligible Solihull families Children invited to join the 2022 Summer Reading Challenge Windy Arbor Primary School children visit the Council Chamber Have your say on new walking and cycling routes to Blythe Valley Park Solihull Council looking for partner to deliver Simon Digby housing scheme 1 July 2022 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council June Annual Canvass to begin from 4 July Official launch of Solihull mental health drop in service Queen's Baton Relay (26/07/2022) road closure and travel FAQs Commonwealth Games and Queen's Baton Relay - Road Closure Briefing Note First Census 2021 results show 4.6% population increase in Solihull Have your say on five year plan for adult social care 24 June 2022 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council New residents thanked for their contributions to the community People invited to hear about fostering at Solihull Faiths Forum meeting Jubilee Gardens Musical Extravaganza - ticket applications now open! Flying a flag for Armed Forces Day Apply for the energy bill rebate by Sunday 31 July ‘Your Future Solihull’ campaign launches 17 June 2022 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Celebrate Refugee Week – free event at The Core Tappin' all the way to Brindley Place Solihull Council awarded £436k funding to tackle poor mental health, via new Commonwealth Active Communities Fund Solihull and Birmingham back new plan to stub out smoking by 2030 Mayor attends the St John West Midlands Service of Celebration 13 June 2022 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Two more schools have ‘car-free streets’ to help improve air quality Solihull and Birmingham residents encouraged to use local parent services West Midlands residents urged to get ready as homes are lined up for latest fuel reducing technology Remember to nominate your local hero for a Civic Honours award! Getting together to highlight Carers Week 1 June 2022 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council May Solihull Council’s self-driving shuttle picks up top award for delivering clean growth Jubilee Bank Holiday – Council to suspend parking enforcement ‘Chatty Benches’ arrive in Shirley to help combat loneliness Mayor welcomes Lode Heath students to run their student council meeting in the Chamber Get ready for The Queen’s Jubilee! Armed Forces Community Garden officially unveiled Enterprise Centre open day this Thursday Schools compete in reuse and recycling challenge New Family Hubs for Solihull 19 May 2022 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council St Peter’s pupils join the campaign to reduce air pollution Councillor Ken Meeson elected as the new Mayor of Solihull Solihull Faiths Forum share their faiths with local Girl Guiding groups Solihull Council three-year environmental programme shortlisted for national conservation award Online informational event for people interested in fostering in Solihull 12 May 2022 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay to tour Solihull on Tuesday 26 July Council supports Foster Care Fortnight Get Set for the Games with SMBC drop in sessions August deadline for Energy Bill Rebate applications Nominate your local hero for a Civic Honours Award! April Solihull Community Housing shortlisted for two Housing Heroes Awards! Changes to land charges in Solihull Solihull becomes ‘Tree City of the World’ Two offenders successfully convicted for fly-tipping in Solihull Free leisure centre membership for people with Parkinson’s Energy Bill Rebate payments now processed for 1st April direct debit payers Receiving your energy bill rebate: important update for direct debit payers March Council meetings back on Public-i End of free COVID testing Solihull to transfer local land charge search Solihull Local Plan – Update 28 March 2022 25 March - Message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant Have your say in the local elections on 5 May Local school children get a lesson on local wildlife Rising sports stars in Solihull urged to apply for sponsorship scheme 24 March 2022 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Celebrating World Autism Acceptance Week with gym users in Solihull Next week is Council Tax direct debit deadline - don’t miss out! ‘Dennis to the Rescue’ visits Langley Secondary School Swipe for Change into Action Solihull and help local homeless people Solihull Council launches its self-driving shuttle at Birmingham Airport New mental health drop in service to start in April Community-led cycling and walking scheme delivers Better Streets in Berkswell 18 March 2022 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council 17 March - Message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant Fantastic response to Solihull’s Youth Climate Action Survey Planting more trees for the Queen’s Jubilee Solihull flies the flag for Commonwealth Day 2022 Solihull supports Social Care Day of Remembrance and Reflection Solihull taxi drivers find out how they can turn their old black cab into a zero emission electric vehicle 11 March 2022 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Charity and community events - fees clarification Sign up for Council Tax direct debits now Council shows support for International Women’s Day How you can help Ukraine Solihull Council teams up with Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games and Severn Trent for Commonwealth Forest at Hope Coppice 3 March 2022 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Birmingham 2022 Festival: Commonwealth Games cultural events come to Solihull Annual count shows rough sleeping in Solihull consistently low Innovative business school returns to Solihull to help start-ups ‘get unstuck’ Council introduces ‘great care, great careers’ workforce strategy February Solihull welcomes Transport Minister to showcase cutting-edge CAV technology 25 February 2022 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Solihull Council agrees budget for 2022/23 and new council tax rate Celebrating four years of supporting children and families through ACE. New HGV signage in Kingshurst and Fordbridge to address safety concerns 25 February - Message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health Plans for emerging Chelmsley Wood town centre masterplan go on show Solihull Council and the National Trust announce Planting Our Future partnership First phase of site clearance and demolition gets underway in Kingshurst Solihull Council responds to Joint Targeted Area Inspection Solihull Council partners with Severn Trent and Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games for carbon neutral legacy 18 February 2022 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Storm warning Solihull gears up for Fairtrade Fortnight Solihull Local Plan – Inspectors Letter 17 February 2022 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Council fraud alert after Government energy rebate announcement Council hosted Job Fair brings big employers to town Mayor welcomes President of National Association of Retired Police Officers to Solihull Government announces energy rebate – are you eligible? Top prize for Solihull Council’s housing service The Highway Code has changed Solihull celebrates its ties to WH Auden with first ever festival 14 February 2022 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council People urged to ignore fostering myths Planting trees for the Queen’s Jubilee Solihull says no to sexual abuse and sexual violence 10 February - Message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant 3 February 2022 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council It’s time to get on your bike! Council supports LGBT+ History Month ‘Get Set for the Games’ as organisers mark six months to go until Birmingham 2022 January 28 January 2022 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Solihull Council ranked as one of the top performers in UK climate change table Protect yourself from online fraud and scams ‘Small is Beautiful’ – free exhibition and event at The Core Two Closure Orders issued for criminality and anti-social behaviour New astro pitch for Tudor Grange Leisure Centre Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games Opening and Closing Ceremonies – join the cast! People urged to have their say on a plan to tackle health inequalities across Solihull Could you be a foster carer? 17 January 2022 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Regional winter plan pledges to protect rough sleepers Search is on for 2,022 inspirational people to carry the Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton around England 7 January – Message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant Waste, recycling and cleansing services Solihull Jab Cab: taxi service to help residents get their COVID-19 vaccinations 2021 December 23 December – Message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant 22 December 2021 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Christmas Message from the Mayor of Solihull 2021 Free transportation available for residents to get vaccinated before Christmas Council awards new mental health community services contracts Christmas treats for homeless families 17 December 2021 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Mayor of Solihull opens Soroptimist International Centenary Wood in Dorridge Park New vaccination centre opens at Jaguar Land Rover LOC in Solihull Christmas Parking Enforcement Suspension The Council’s Environmental Crime Strategy and two Public Space Protection Orders are out for consultation Students put their climate questions to the Leader of Solihull Council 13 December 2021 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council 9 December – Message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant Young Solihull artists add a splash of colour to Mayoral Christmas festivities New club premises are a punch above eBikes come to Solihull Statement from the Leader at Solihull Full Council – 7 December 2021 Public offered a better way to help rough sleepers this winter Statement from the Leader of Solihull Council Free Fantastical Christmas Mix Up tour makes its way through Solihull Solihull Council launches visitor survey to seek views on Chelmsley Wood Town Centre Celebrating National Tree Week November Find out if you’re eligible for the Discretionary Housing Payments Scheme Bird flu – UK-wide housing measures introduced today to protect poultry and captive birds against avian flu Kingshurst regeneration gathering momentum as Full Planning Application is submitted Jewish community, Solihull Council and UK Health Security Agency launch Covid 19 support programme for Chanukah 26 November – Message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant Greener Solihull Schools Awards 2021 26 November 2021 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Solihull Council joins the 16 Days of Activism Campaign Ann packs up her lollipop after 50 years! Carers Rights Day 2021 information event Residents queue up to keep well this winter 19 November 2021 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Calling all creative practitioners and organisations - “Conversation Culture” forum next month New website helps to highlight adoption Council’s Property Services team showcase their work with smart meters in schools 12 November 2021 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council As COP26 draws to a close Solihull Council agrees ambitious Net Zero Action Plan Solihull Council seizes ‘noise equipment’ The Mayor of Solihull welcomes students to COP26 Model Summit 10 November – Message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant New podcast episode on Future Transport Parents urged to have their children vaccinated against flu Solihull’s Remembrance service live-streamed this year Council’s operations to be net zero by 2030 Sustainable Shirley: Solihull Council and Solihull College students team up to fight fast fashion Find out if you’re eligible for the Solihull Green Homes Grant Cutting emissions and congestion – The two wheeled eco-mobility revolution coming to Solihull Call out for micro-commissions from Solihull’s artists and performers 5 November 2021 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Celebrating our Champions of Youth Work during Youth Work Week Cabinet meeting on Net Zero Action Plan Get your COVID-19 booster jab this weekend at Mell Square! New podcast episode on Energy Solihull Council prepares for COP26 October 29 October 2021 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Second podcast episode on Net Zero now available Solihull launches Winter Warmth campaign New climate change podcast launched Call for carers to share views in national survey Household Waste and Recycling Centre update 22 October 2021 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council 22 October – Message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant Solihull Council celebrates 16 of the best parks and green spaces in the country New symbol of hope at Katherine’s Wood Return of Oaks and Shires – 23 October Supporting people thinking about adoption 12 October – Message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant 12 October 2021 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Solihull – No Place For Hate Free NHS flu jabs available for eligible people Celebrating 20 years of Solihull Striders and Strollers Libraries update – new free reservation system World Homeless Day – working together to stop homelessness with Change into Action and Streetlink Solihull Council appoints new waste, recycling and environment service contractor Council keen to hear from young people on climate change action Magical Augmented Reality Creatures come to high streets across the Borough Council shows support for Black History Month Council updates offer about supporting and caring for adults September 30 September 2021 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Smokers encouraged to take part in Stoptober after smoking increases during pandemic Solihull’s housing service wins top energy efficiency award Statement from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Applications from the public invited for key Council committee Examination in Public of Solihull’s Draft Local Plan to begin Statement by Cllr Richard Holt, Cabinet Member for Children, Education and Skills Plenty of reasons to ‘Visit Shirley’ 23 September – Message from Solihull’s Deputy Director of Public Health, Neeraj Malhotra Solihull leads the drive in driverless technology 20 September 2021 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Kingshurst masterplan goes on show as Council seeks further feedback from local residents Solihull businesses encouraged to sign up to West Midlands Net Zero Business Pledge Free activities at local leisure centres this National Fitness Day Fostering Information Evening Council approves new policy to help people adapt their homes 16 September – message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant Butchers, bakers, street food sellers (and more) - food allergen labelling rules are changing Solihull Leisure Centres support BBC’s Kit Out the Nation campaign Solihull Council embraces cultural sector revival Life changing – Solihull’s COVID stories 10 September - Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council 9 September – message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant Advanced fire safety works commence at Solihull’s high rises Working together to prevent suicide Free collection service for unwanted care equipment 3 September - Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Libraries update - increased opening hours starting soon Upcoming road closures in Solihull town centre August 27 August - Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council 27 August - Message from Solihull's Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant 26 August - Message from Solihull's Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant Support for people being repatriated from Afghanistan Community Infrastructure Funds Still Available Council seeks views on day opportunities for adults 18 August – message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant Solihull Council unveils its draft Net Zero Action Plan ahead of COP26 Climate Talks Beams and boardwalks at Hope Coppice 13 August 2021 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council 6 August 2021 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Summer support for families Tanworth Court care home rated Good in first inspection Libraries update – no fines but please return on time Help ‘Visit Solihull’ find the best of the borough – free to enter photo competition July Council seeks views on new policy to help people adapt their homes 30 July 2021 - Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Ready, steady, one year to go till the Commonwealth Games! CSW COVID Business Pledge – keeping staff & customers safe 23 July 2021 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council 23 July 2021 -Message from Solihull's Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant Event organisers urged to help minimise spread of Covid-19 From COP26 in Glasgow to Sustainable Schools in Solihull – tackling Climate Change Council receives over £2m to spend on road safety Heatwave alert 19 July Consultation on transformed Solihull Station begins today Upcoming public consultation at Simon Digby housing site 16 July 2021 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Council commits funding to deliver ambitious Kingshurst redevelopment Solihull COVID figures soar Council proposes new policy to help people adapt their homes Survey launched to boost domestic abuse support Green light for new pop-up cycle lanes in Solihull Consultation set to begin on design to transform Solihull Station Next year’s Commonwealth Games has 13,000 voluntary roles up for grabs – there's not long left to ‘Call Paul’ for help Free ping pong in Solihull’s parks 8 July 2021 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Look out for an email about the Annual Canvass Flooding incident on 25 June 2021 6 July 2021 – message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant Mayor leads thank you tributes 1 July 2021 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council June Update 30 June – 25 June floods 30 June 2021 –message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant Residents invited to comment on parliamentary constituency boundaries Face coverings to return to Solihull’s secondary schools Flooding in Dorridge and Bentley Heath - Update 4pm, Saturday 26 June 2021 Threshold increased for claiming self-isolation payment Free entry for Armed Forces at Solihull leisure centres this weekend 18 June 2021 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council 18 June 2021 –message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant Armed Forces Community Garden – 16 July Opening Ceremony is postponed Wildlife Ways – “nature in the middle of Chelmsley Wood” Solihull schools strive towards cleaner air 11 June 2021 - Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Solihull Council urges everyone ‘to keep your eye on the ball’ this summer 11 June 2021 –message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant £263k Community Infrastructure Funds Now Available Solihull supports Carers Week (7 – 13 June) 4 June 2021 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Solihull speed limit policy set for review Switch on for Solihull’s electric vehicle charging points The Armed Forces Community Garden – Councillor Alison Rolf and Councillor Ken Hawkins reflect on the progress made May 27 May 2021 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Want to volunteer at Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games? ‘Call Paul’ for help with your application New Community Testing Hub for Chelmsley Wood The Armed Forces Community Garden – Neill’s story 20 May 2021 – message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council If you want to visit Solihull – head to ‘Visit Solihull’! Solihull’s Low Carbon Energy Centre gets the go ahead Birmingham Clean Air Zone 19 May 2021 – message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant Solihull football coach celebrated by Birmingham 2022 in list of Hometown Heroes CSW COVID Business Pledge Council call for more land to plant trees COVID-19 Community Testing Hub to open in Solihull Town Centre Solihull Connect Walk-in-Centres reopen Monday Local residents vote decisively to adopt new development plan for Balsall and Meriden Agents appointed on new landmark commercial building in heart of UK 11 May 2021 – message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant Group exercise classes return to leisure centres next week Foster Care Fortnight Funerals update ahead of 17 May changes April 28 April 2021 –message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant Civic Service in commemoration of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh Coventry, Solihull and Warwickshire COVID Business Pledge goes live Solihull Council takes control of Mell Square in move to secure future vision for Town Centre 12 April 2021 –message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant Mayor of Solihull Offers Condolences on Death of HRH Prince Philip Statement from Solihull Council Local leisure centres to reopen on Monday Solihull steps closer to world-leading recycling facility Testing, testing… all adults are encouraged to take regular, twice weekly COVID tests Roadmap Step 2 - Grab and Go to the library! Reopening a business premises? Make sure to do so safely! Stay safe this Easter bank holiday weekend March COVID-19 testing is going on the move National Day of Reflection – 23 March 2021 Cycle hire scheme coming to Solihull A new place for hope in Solihull Birmingham Airport begins Lateral Flow Testing for employees 18 March 2021 – message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council CSW COVID Business Pledge launched Ping pong for the people Solihull Council launches competition to showcase borough’s hidden beauty Funding secured to commence infrastructure and enabling works at Simon Digby site Solihull libraries reopen for Click and Collect – but we need your books back! Family Drug and Alcohol Court (FDAC) launched 16 March 2021 – Urgent message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant Flood works to begin ‘Please take your litter home’ Solihull Council Works to Deliver Census 2021 12 March - Don’t delay – the second dose is on its way! Solihull adopts new Cycling & Walking Strategy Wildlife Ways is blooming across the borough 11 March 2021 – message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council ‘Going Electric’ - Solihull Council steps up roll out of electric vehicle charging points Vehicle Seizure Notice Today is International Women’s Day 5 March 2021 – Message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant Community testing centres to open to anyone without COVID symptoms Council gives green light for futuristic autonomous vehicle trials 4 March 2021 – message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Huge boost for Solihull as £50m secured to deliver multi-storey car park at HS2 Interchange Station Bickenhill Consultation Reminder- Closing 11 March February Over a hundred Solihull families kept fed and warm this winter Solihull Council wants residents to help shape Action Plan for tackling Climate Change Solihull vaccine programme races ahead Rough sleeper count shows decrease in Solihull 25 February - Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Essential Food Grant – ‘Home but not alone’ Solihull Council launches consultation on three new temporary cycle lanes 19 February 2021 – Message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant Reaching out with Reading Friends 18 February 2021 – message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Hedge-laying, habitats and Wildlife Ways Council shares plans to tackle congestion at busy Coventry Road junction Working together to deliver a successful Census 2021 11 February 2021 – message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Cold Weather Alert Extended- Level Three Free to use bicycle repair stations keep cyclists moving Adoption Central England – celebrating three years of supporting children and families Fairtrade Fortnight – calling all young writers and artists – choose the world you want 4 February 2021 – message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council 3 February 2021 – Message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant Arden Forest for Solihull February is LGBT+ History Month January Commonwealth Games Survey Bickenhill Neighbourhood Area Application 28 January 2021 – message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council 27 January 2021 – Message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant Two further organisations given funds under Solihull’s Winter Wellbeing and Recovery Fund Libraries Update Please check for physical school closures Solihull testing update Solihull Council unveils designs for its Low Carbon Energy Centre 21 January 2021 – message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Shirley Restaurant Closed Over COVID Rule Breaches 19 January 2021 – Message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant Bold vision for the future of Solihull Town Centre set out in new Masterplan Prospectus Restaurant closed in Dorridge over COVID fears Winter Wellbeing Fund- Two New Organisations Granted Funds More help available for Solihull households to keep warm this winter Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant Nine more reasons to walk and cycle across the borough National lockdown - update on funerals in Solihull 6 January 2021 – message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council 5 January - Message from Ruth Tennant, Solihull’s Director of Public Health Solihull libraries are closing Leader of Solihull Council calls for supermarkets to step-up COVID measures 2020 December 30 December 2020 – Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council 30 December, Message from Ruth Tennant, Solihull’s Director of Public Health Full Closure Order granted on property in Chelmsley Wood Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Christmas Parking Enforcement Suspension 21 December, Message from Ruth Tennant, Solihull’s Director of Public Health First grants from the Solihull Winter Wellbeing & Recovery Fund issued by Heart of England Community Foundation Vehicle Seizure Notice- The Control of Waste Regulations 2015 Thursday 17 December 2020 - Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Christmas Message from the Mayor of Solihull New walk-through COVID test site to open at Newington Resource Centre Wildlife Ways brings way more trees Spreading some festive cheer to homeless families this Christmas Joint Statement from the Seven West Midlands Metropolitan Authorities Best in ‘Support Local’ announced Latest stage of local plan finishes Support to beat loneliness 15 December, Message from Ruth Tennant, Solihull’s Director of Public Health Solihull gets a slice of the government’s £80 million Green Recovery Challenge Fund Council approves revised Economic Plan for Shirley Thursday 10 December 2020 - Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Extra support for Solihull businesses 9 December Solihull Winter Support Scheme 8 December, Message from Ruth Tennant Solihull’s Director of Public Health There’s still time get involved in Solihull’s Cycling & Walking Strategy consultation Solihull Community Housing (SCH) has secured three injunctions against residents New milestone reached for regeneration of Kingshurst Village Centre Boost Solihull businesses and ‘support local’ this Small Business Saturday Just over a week left to make representations on Solihull's Draft Submission Plan Joint statement about care home visiting in Solihull Thursday 3 December 2020 - Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Regional winter plan announced to protect rough sleepers Walk-through COVID test site to open at Roundmead Day Centre Council wants ideas for naming new Covid public open space Solihull Council receives employee wellbeing award 1 December, Message from Ruth Tennant Solihull’s Director of Public Health November New campaign launched to tackle online loan sharks Solihull Council Announces New Winter Wellbeing Fund in Partnership with Heart of England Flu vaccine now available to anyone aged 50-64 Could you donate plasma to help treat COVID patients? UK Central Solihull investment opportunities showcased at first of its kind virtual trade and investment event Reopening date for local leisure centres announced Audit of Accounts- Year Ended 31 March 2020 Virtual Sustainable Schools Conference – ‘where there’s a will there’s a way’ 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence £20m investment in Solihull’s high rise buildings Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council - Thursday 26 November 2020 FSB offers up additional prize for the Instagram business photograph competition Message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health, Ruth Tennant Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council New business grant schemes New posters to drive home COVID safety message Message from Ruth Tennant, Solihull’s Director of Public Health Shared records will improve care in Solihull and Birmingham Friday 13 November 2020 - Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council 11 November, Message from Solihull’s Director of Public Health Consultation on Solihull’s Cycling and Walking Strategy begins Consultation on Solihull’s Cycling and Walking Strategy begins Solihull Council adopts ambitious new Town Centre Masterplan to unlock future growth potential Solihull to commemorate Remembrance Sunday with online service Thursday 5 November 2020 - Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Solihull Council marks Remembrance sites with Poppy Road Markings Council reveals final design of Armed Forces Community Garden October An important message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Emergency Active Travel Update Vital funding secured for Solihull’s Low Carbon Energy Network Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Solihull’s Draft Submission Plan published Solihull launches Winter Warmth Campaign Free school meals, financial support and foodbanks Parents urged to have their children vaccinated against flu Zero carbon for Solihull’s street lights Solihull Council to pilot a 'Drop and Collect' Test Service This Bonfire Night remember to show some consideration Parents urged to have their children vaccinated against flu Zero carbon for Solihull’s street lights Further engagement to be sought on the council’s cycling and walking plans Solihull Council to pilot a 'Drop and Collect' Test Service Birmingham Airport Inland Border Facility More libraries reopening next week Council approves more flood mitigation schemes Solihull takeaway fined for false hygiene claims Solihull celebrates as parks and green spaces win Green Flag Awards Remembrance Sunday - 8 November 2020 Tier 2 - Message from Solihull's Director of Public Health World Homeless Day – Solihull puts Change into Action Call for businesses to engage with Solihull Council’s ‘Support Local’ campaign Flood mitigation schemes to be considered for more residents Visiting Solihull high streets safely Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Emergency Active Travel update Quit this Stoptober September Solihull Council cracks down on venue flouting Covid rules Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Solihull’s Draft Submission Plan moves to next stage Launch of the NHS COVID-19 Test and Trace app Solihull launches local flu campaign Covid-19 mobile testing unit open in Monkspath Hall Road car park Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Council to continue with majority of Covid-19 emergency travel restrictions Kingshurst Outline Planning Application gets the green light Ambitions for the new Solihull Station Integrated Transport Hub set out Solihull tip – booking system is live Solihull Council postpones Cinderella pantomime at The Core Theatre Statement on hospitality sector from Solihull, Birmingham and Sandwell councils Council responds as government makes borough area of national intervention Solihull Council taking action on Covid-19 rate increase Solihull Council taking action on Covid-19 rate increase Joint statement about suspension of Solihull care homes visiting Solihull Council concern over Covid cases Solihull Council encourages residents to support local, safely Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Call for Covid-19 vigilance after rise in West Midlands cases among young people Council gives the go ahead to start flood mitigation schemes in Solihull Message from Councillor Ian Courts, Leader of Solihull Council Grab and Go …. to the library!
