Colourful art and poetry from school children across the borough will star in the Solihull Fairtrade Trail as part of celebrations to mark the 30th anniversary of Fairtrade.
Solihull residents and businesses are being encouraged to get on their bikes throughout September and be in with the chance of winning fantastic prizes.
The Mayor of Solihull has presented Solihull Council’s Planting Our Future team with a special commemorative flag to celebrate Solihull being awarded Tree City of the World status for a third consecutive year.
I wasn’t sure whether to send another message out so quickly, but felt I needed to provide an update on the work the council is doing to reassure our communities and calm tensions this week.
Solihull Council has made further progress in boosting Solihull’s natural environment with the adoption of a new natural capital investment strategy and delivery plan at the council’s climate change and planning decision session.
Last night, there were two separate gatherings in Solihull. One on Homer Road/New Road and the other on Hermitage Road. Both dispersed without any major incidences of violence or vandalism.
Solihull residents struggling with energy bills or seeking to improve the energy efficiency of their home are being urged to check if they are eligible for the Household Support Fund.
The Council is running a survey to get a clearer understanding of the events and activities residents take part in and how they value arts and culture. This will be followed by workshops and events for people involved in arts and culture.
