1,200 Homes Approved on Shirley Green Belt as Planning Chief Finds It 'Hard to Refuse' Monday, December 15, 2025 housing greenbelt planning solihull shirley development infrastructure community council construction A major housing development proposal to build around 1,200 homes on green belt land in Shirley has been approved by Solihull Council’s planning committee, despite concerns from local residents and councillors. The double … Read More
Bid for Councillors' Votes to Be Made Public 'So People Know Who's on Their Side' Thursday, December 11, 2025 transparency planning solihull councillors votes governance accountability localgovernment greenbelt decisionmaking Opposition councillors in Solihull are calling for a significant change in how votes are recorded at the council’s planning committee meetings—key sessions that decide the fate of local planning applications. Reform … Read More
NHS Birmingham and Solihull Face Budget Strains Amid Winter Pressures Wednesday, December 10, 2025 nhs birmingham solihull deficit winter healthcare finance flu criticalincident strike NHS Birmingham and Solihull are grappling with significant budget deficits as winter brings increased pressures on healthcare services. As of September, the NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board reported a £37.3 … Read More
Midlands' Priciest Streets Feature £2 Million Mansions – Interactive Map Reveals Property Values Sunday, December 7, 2025 midlands mansions realestate property solihull mansiontax luxuryhomes birmingham highvalue counciltax The West Midlands boasts some of the most prestigious streets, featuring mansions valued at over £2 million. A recently launched interactive map now allows residents and curious onlookers alike to explore where these luxury … Read More
Midlands Town of Solihull Named Among England’s Best Places to Live Saturday, December 6, 2025 solihull midlands peaceful families environment greenbelt noise pollution living study A new study has highlighted Solihull, located in the West Midlands, as one of the best places to live in England, especially for families seeking peace and tranquility away from urban chaos. Ranked as the most peaceful place … Read More
Chinese Delivery Workers Facing Deportation After Solihull Restaurant Raid Thursday, December 4, 2025 immigration deportation delivery illegalworking crackdown solihull uk riders enforcement migration Two Chinese nationals found working illegally at The Jade Wok in Solihull are now facing deportation following a targeted immigration crackdown on delivery drivers. The arrests were part of a wider operation last month, where … Read More