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Thousands of pounds worth of illegal vapes, cigarettes and tobacco have been seized from a shop in Castle Bromwich, in the biggest haul of its kind.

Solihull residents can now recycle plastic bags and wrapping along with their usual recycling at the kerbside.

Solihull Council has agreed its budget for 2025/26, which includes the new council tax rate.

The government has released the annual rough sleeping figures for the country and despite supporting more people who are sleeping rough into safe and secure housing than the previous year, Solihull’s official figure for rough sleeping is 12 people.

Solihull’s links to the Surrealist art movement will be celebrated with the opening of a brand-new exhibition – ‘Surreal Solihull’ – on Thursday 6 March. And there’s a packed programme of free performances for the opening night and weekend too!

Schools across Solihull are rolling out new climate action plans which could help them save carbon, money and contribute towards a more sustainable borough.  

Veolia, in partnership with Solihull Council, is launching a third round of funding through the Solihull Community Environment Fund on 17 February with £20,000 available to support local eco-projects, clubs and communities.

Due to essential works to enable the continued development of the HS2 High-speed rail line, it is unfortunately necessary to close public access to the Household Waste Recycling Centre (tip) at Bickenhill for seven days.

Following an increase in anti-social behaviour in and around Chelmsley Wood bus interchange, Solihull Council is proposing to create a Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) in the area.

Solihull Council is highlighting the number of ways residents can reduce their fuel bills, keep warm, and make their homes more energy efficient as part of Energy Savers Week.