Facing tight budgets, Solihull Council is embracing the power of artificial intelligence to generate significant savings and improve efficiency. As one of the early adopters in local government, council staff have already …
Rent prices across the West Midlands are climbing rapidly, with some areas now seeing average rents exceed £1,000 per month, according to recent data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Leading the surge is …
A new bus service, the number 98, will launch from Solihull town centre to Heartlands Hospital beginning January 4, 2026. The route will pass through Lyndon, Sheldon, Garrett’s Green, and Bordesley, restoring public transport …
Dragon Phoenix Massage, a Solihull-based massage parlour, has been ordered to close following serious allegations of human trafficking and the exploitation of women for illegal sex work. Over the past year, the establishment …
The family of Wendy Jones, a beloved Solihull mother known for lighting up every room she entered, is appealing for support to cover her funeral costs following her sudden and tragic passing. Wendy, 64, was diagnosed with …
West Midlands Police have issued an urgent appeal to help locate Cathleen, a 38-year-old woman who went missing from Kings Heath on the night of Friday, November 21. Her family and authorities are increasingly concerned for …
The Honey Club, a lap dancing venue located on Solihull High Street, is awaiting a decision on its licence renewal from Solihull Council’s licensing committee. The club submitted an application for a sexual entertainment …
The once thriving stables at Truggist Hill Farm in Berkswell, home to successful racehorses, have been repurposed into office accommodation following heart-wrenching events that ended their racing legacy. In a retrospective …
A Solihull mother has expressed deep gratitude for a devoted support worker who has been an indispensable part of her family for over ten years. Meggie Feeney’s sons, Mason, 14, and Jake, 24, both live with Dravet Syndrome, a …
House prices in parts of the West Midlands have soared by up to £265,000 in just one year, according to recent data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). An analysis of medium house prices between March 2024 and …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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. This …