Solihull Council Proposes Changes to Tax Support Scheme Affecting Vulnerable Residents Friday, November 21, 2025 solihull counciltax supportscheme vulnerableresidents incomebanded consultation budgetcuts localgovernment financialaid taxsupport Solihull Council’s proposed revisions to its council tax support scheme have raised concerns that the most vulnerable residents may face reduced financial assistance. Earlier this year, the Conservative-led council … Read More
Solihull Councillors Urged to Maintain Conduct Amid Decline in Complaints Thursday, November 20, 2025 solihull councillors conduct complaints parish borough council governance behaviour standards Solihull’s parish and borough councillors have been reminded to uphold proper conduct during council meetings following public complaints, although no formal hearings or disciplinary actions have been necessary in the latest … Read More
Planners Reject Taller Extension for Shirley 'Mini Mansion' Amid Height Dispute Wednesday, November 19, 2025 solihull shirley planning extension height dispute development privacy council objections Solihull planners have denied a proposal to raise the height of an extension at a Shirley property, citing disputed measurements and concerns over the impact on neighboring homes. The controversy began in October 2021 when … Read More
Luxury Five-Bedroom Solihull Home Approved Despite Planning Concerns Tuesday, November 18, 2025 solihull dorridge planning architecture housing development property council construction neighborhood A luxury five-bedroom house in Dorridge, Solihull, has been approved by planners, despite objections from local residents and expressed disappointment from planning officials. The proposal involves replacing an existing … Read More
Opposition Mounts Against New Bungalow Plan in Historic Knowle Village Thursday, November 13, 2025 knowle solihull bungalow planning conservation development opposition planningcommittee historic overdevelopment A new proposal to build a bungalow on Lodge Croft, at the heart of Knowle village, is stirring controversy among residents who fear the development could lead to overcrowding and impact the area’s historic character. … Read More
Villagers Oppose Advertising Boards on Meriden Roundabout, Citing Safety and Community Concerns Friday, November 7, 2025 meriden solihull roundabout advertising planning safety community objections council heritage Residents of Meriden in Solihull have voiced strong opposition to a proposal to install advertising boards on a key village roundabout. Locals argue that the signs could distract drivers and negatively impact the … Read More