Olton Children’s Home Planning Application Refused Over Unlawful Use Saturday, July 4, 2026 planning children olton solihull childcare council permission unlawful housing development Solihull Council planners have refused an application to convert a seven-bedroom family house on Grange Road, Olton, into a children’s home, ruling the change of use unlawful without full planning permission. The applicant, … Read More
Solihull Man Caught Smuggling 32kg Cannabis from Dubai, Awaits Crown Court Sentence Saturday, July 4, 2026 solihull cannabis drugimport crime crowncourt magistrates smuggling dubai sentencing legal A 21-year-old man from Solihull has admitted to smuggling a significant quantity of cannabis into the UK, following his return from Dubai on Christmas Eve, 2024. Nathan Corfield, residing on Ulverley Green Road, was found … Read More
Solihull Children’s Home Proposal Denied Initial Approval Thursday, July 2, 2026 planning solihull childcare millsonswood housing permission development ofsted law application A proposal to convert a residential house in Millsons Wood, Solihull, into a children’s care home has been rejected at the first stage due to planning permission issues. Jason Hewitt, the applicant, sought a certificate of … Read More
Solihull Mum Launches 50p School Uniform Rail at Kids2Kids Preloved Shop Wednesday, July 1, 2026 solihull kids2kids uniform schoolwear preloved affordable parenting budget community charity With the new school term just around the corner, a caring Solihull mum is making a real difference for families on a budget. Jenny Charman, owner of Kids2Kids Preloved in Shirley, has introduced a special 50p school uniform … Read More
Solihull Air Quality Praised Amid Rising Concerns Over Pollutant-Linked Deaths Tuesday, June 30, 2026 solihull airquality pollution nitrogendioxide mortality health environment council climate publichealth Solihull’s air quality has received commendation for showing overall improvement, but concerns remain regarding a rise in deaths linked to air pollution. The borough’s long-term plan continues to focus on reducing harmful … Read More
Big Cat Theory Gains Attention After Deer Carcass Found in Solihull Woodland Tuesday, June 30, 2026 bigcat muntjac deer solihull woodland newberryhall carcass wildlife predator mystery The recent discovery of a partially consumed muntjac deer carcass in woodland near the ruins of New Berry Hall has sparked renewed interest in the ongoing debate about big cat sightings in the Solihull area. The deer was … Read More