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Solihull Council Tax Support Changes Proposed
Solihull Council proposes changes to its council tax support scheme, with 470 vulnerable claimants facing an average £6 weekly reduction. Have your say in the consultation.
Solihull apartment block plans revealed for Rowood Drive
Plans for a four-apartment block with undercroft parking in Solihull's Rowood Drive are now public. Residents have until December 16 to comment on the application.
Police appeal after Solihull crash leaves woman injured
West Midlands Police are appealing for two key witnesses, a BMW driver and a pedestrian, after a woman in her 70s suffered serious injuries in a Solihull crash. Contact police with information.
Major cannabis farm discovered in Solihull
West Midlands Police discovered a cannabis farm with over 50 plants in Solihull. The operation involved bypassed electricity. Call 101 with information.
Solihull councillor conduct reminder as complaints drop
Solihull councillors receive a conduct reminder after public complaints, though grievances have fallen for the third consecutive year. Read the latest report details.
Council stops £750k right-to-buy fraud attempt
Sandwell Council prevented a £750,000 right-to-buy scam as tenants rushed to beat a discount deadline. Discover how the council protected public funds and housing stock.
New children's home approved in Castle Bromwich
Solihull planners approve a children's care home on Hurst Lane North for up to three children, overcoming resident concerns about noise and traffic. The decision highlights the borough's need for such facilities.
New Knowle Bungalow Gets Green Light Amid Concerns
Solihull Council approves a controversial three-bedroom bungalow in Knowle's conservation area, dismissing villagers' concerns about parking and access to local allotments.
Solihull planners reject 'mini mansion' extension plan
Solihull Council rejects controversial Shirley home extension after planners cite 'conflicting information' over measurements and loss of light concerns. Read the full story.
Wiltshire Council Mandates Social Housing
Wiltshire Council mandates social housing in new developments as 'affordable' homes prove unaffordable. Discover the policy shift impacting developers and residents.
Luxury Dorridge house approved despite objections
A controversial five-bedroom luxury home in Solihull's Dorridge area gets planning approval. The planning chief expressed disappointment but found no grounds for refusal.
West Midlands Clubs Battle for Real Madrid Striker
Aston Villa and Wolves are competing to sign Real Madrid's 21-year-old striker Gonzalo Garcia in a €20m January transfer deal. Discover how this could impact both clubs' seasons.
Roundabout advertising gets green light in Meriden
Solihull Council approves controversial advertising signs on Meriden roundabout despite villagers' objections about driver distraction and visual impact. Decision follows 15-year precedent.
Car key burglary gang sentenced for Solihull thefts
A gang of four thieves has been sentenced for a series of car key burglaries across Solihull, Redditch, and Bromsgrove. Discover how police brought them to justice.
Viral video shows Solihull binman's heroic clean-up
A Solihull binman is hailed a local hero after a viral TikTok video captures him meticulously cleaning the streets. Residents demand recognition and a raise for his exceptional work ethic.
Council to refurbish pensioner's 'inhumane' home
Birmingham City Council will completely refurbish a widower's mould-ridden council house after his 'inhumane' living conditions were exposed. 67-year-old John Marshall will be moved to temporary accommodation during the works.
Two charged in Solihull elderly kidnapping fraud
Two men appear in court charged with kidnapping an 80-year-old woman with dementia and fraud in a bogus workmen scam in Solihull. Police urge vigilance.
Solihull bungalow plan recommended for approval
Controversial plans for a new three-bedroom bungalow in Knowle's conservation area are recommended for approval despite resident objections. Decision due November 12.
Man arrested after Solihull school lockdown and assault
A 30-year-old man is in custody after a primary school in Shirley was placed on lockdown and a staff member was assaulted at a Solihull bar. Get the latest updates.
Solihull school lockdown over man chanting about demons
Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic Primary School in Shirley imposed a 45-minute lockdown after reports of a man chanting about demons and children. Police search continues.
Solihull Students Perform with Kerry Ellis
Two Stagecoach Solihull students, Arushi and Sophie, performed alongside West End legend Kerry Ellis in a dream come true. Discover how their training led to this incredible opportunity.
11 West Midlands eateries get zero food hygiene rating
Eleven food businesses in the West Midlands, including in Solihull and Sandwell, received a zero-star food hygiene rating in 2025, meaning major improvements are necessary. Check the full list.
South Bristol's 510-Home Plan Takes Key Step Forward
Plans for 510 new homes in South Bristol progress as Allison Homes submits detailed application. The Centric Parc scheme includes affordable housing and green spaces. Discover the vision for this sustainable neighbourhood.
Handsworth residents halt 14-bed HMO plan
Furious Handsworth residents celebrate as council rejects 14-bed supported housing plan. Locals say area is treated as a 'dumping ground' for HMOs. Read the full story.
Chelmsley Wood flat sealed after cannabis factory discovery
West Midlands Police have shut down a sophisticated cannabis cultivation operation in a Solihull flat, discovering hundreds of plants and bypassed electricity.
£80M West Midlands Housing Revolution Begins
A massive £80 million government cash injection is set to breathe new life into derelict West Midlands sites, creating thousands of homes and jobs while protecting green spaces from development.
£7bn social housing funding boost unveiled
The UK government announces a massive £7 billion funding injection for social housing, promising thousands of new affordable homes and major regeneration projects across the country.
Birmingham's Most Expensive Areas Revealed
New property data uncovers Birmingham's most expensive neighbourhoods, with affluent suburbs commanding premium prices in the city's competitive housing market.
Sandwell housing crisis: Council blamed for development delays
Sandwell Council faces mounting criticism as new data reveals a critical shortage of housing developments in the borough, with local leaders blaming planning delays and bureaucratic hurdles for the growing crisis.
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