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Today marks the second anniversary of the first Covid vaccination being administered at UHCW.
Staff at Chelmunds Court care home have been congratulated by the councillor in charge of adult social care for their GOOD inspection rating from the Care Quality Commission
Green-fingered Year 5 and 6 pupils from Monkspath Junior and Infant School planted flowers in Hillfield Park as part of on-going environmental developments in the Solihull borough to support local wildlife.
Winter is well and truly upon us; I’ve seen some very beautiful frosty mornings this week but the sharp drop in temperatures naturally brings challenges as well.
As we move into the Advent season and prepare for the celebration of Christmas, we know this year will bring particular challenges for families trying to cope with the increased cost of living and rising fuel bills.
Here2Help is going live with two events in December
The Cold Weather Alert level in the West Midlands is now at Level 3.
On Monday 28 November, Solihull’s unsung heroes were recognised at the tenth Solihull Civic Honours Awards, which returned for the first time since before the pandemic.
This week I had the privilege of attending a reception for Ukrainian refugees and their hosts from across Solihull. The event, at the very impressive National Motorcycle Museum, saw over 200 people coming together to welcome our Ukrainian guests.
Solihull Council’s five year plan for adult social care has been approved. The plan addresses changes and challenges ahead, including significant national reform and the reintroduction of adult social care inspections by the Care Quality Commission.
Two of Solihull Council’s teams have been awarded prestigious Green Apple Environment Awards – which recognise, reward and promote environmental best practice around the world - for their work in tackling climate change.
Yesterday, to coincide with Carers’ Rights Day, we launched a new Carers’ Strategy to support the borough’s estimated 28,000 adult and young carers.
A new Carers’ Strategy launched today (24 November) is set to benefit the estimated 28,000 carers in Solihull, who provide unpaid support to a family member or friend because of illness, frailty, disability, a mental health problem or addiction.
Schools from across the borough were recognised today for their exceptional commitment to sustainability and environmental conservation in the annual Greener Solihull School Awards.
Last Sunday I attended the very moving ceremony of remembrance at St. Alphege Church where we commemorated those who have lost their lives for this country
Solihull residents will soon benefit from new and improved services and increased capacity at Solihull Hospital, thanks to significant strides made by University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust.
Three teams at Solihull Council have scooped THREE of twelve awards at the West Midlands National Park Awards.
On Thursday 17 November, students from ten of the borough’s secondary schools participated in a model COP27 summit in the Council Chamber, as Solihull Council hosted its annual Solihull Schools Climate Conference.
Solihull Council is working with a number of national and local organisations to make sure Solihull residents get extra help this winter.
Solihull Council and Carers Trust Solihull are encouraging young people and adults who look after a family member or friend to join them for an information event at the Council’s Civic Suite on Wednesday 23 November from 4:30 to 7pm.
With COP27 entering its second week, residents in Solihull can now listen to part two of the ‘Courts on Climate Change’ podcast special.
Solihull Council has welcomed this year’s John Lewis Christmas advert campaign, which highlights children in care.
The 90 second advert, entitled The Beginner, tells the story of a man learning to skateboard before welcoming a girl who needs a home
The 90 second advert, entitled The Beginner, tells the story of a man learning to skateboard before welcoming a girl who needs a home
On Wednesday 16 November from 6.30 to 7.30pm, Solihull Council will be hosting an event for anyone interested in becoming a foster carer. There will be a presentation from our experienced fostering team followed by a chance to ask questions.
With the American Mid-Term elections in the news this week I thought I’d take the opportunity to highlight and explain some proposals around our own future elections that some people have understandably found confusing.
Two schools in Solihull have each received one of 350 British native trees that formed part of The Queen’s Green Canopy ‘Tree of Trees’ sculpture outside Buckingham Palace to mark the Platinum Jubilee.
In an effort to significantly reduce the Council’s own vehicle emissions, 14 new electric vehicles (EVs) are being delivered between now and summer 2023.
As COP27 begins in Egypt, residents in Solihull have the opportunity to listen to a special edition of the ‘Courts on Climate Change’ podcast.
Today (Monday 7 November) marks the start of Youth Work Week 2022 – an opportunity to celebrate youth work activity in Solihull, being delivered by a range of organisations including the voluntary and community sector.
The Mayor and Mayoress of Solihull, Councillor Ken Meeson and Mrs Annette Meeson, attended the Warwickshire District Trafalgar Day Parade in Solihull Town Centre, which included a presentation to the new Mayor’s Sea Cadet.
Solihull residents can access the 1921 census for free across all Solihull libraries from Tuesday 1 November 2022.
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