Age UK Solihull is the first point of call for any concerns or needs of older people. We can provide advice, information and refer on to support from our own services or from other local organisations, including Adult Social Care. Phone number 0121 7047840 or email info@ageuksolihull.org.uk, during office hours We’re also happy to talk to …
Author archives: Helen
Vaccination Update from Solihull MBC Community Champions
Covid Vaccination Leaflet Some positive news on the vaccine front: we are making good progress in Solihull, with the effort to vaccinate in care homes pretty much complete, and the vaccinations of over 80s likely to be complete within the next week. A few key points: · There is no issue with vaccine supply. · Vaccinations for …
Continue reading “Vaccination Update from Solihull MBC Community Champions”
Highways England M40/M42 Interchange Scheme – survey works update
We’re upgrading the M40/M42 Interchange to reduce congestion and improve journey times. We’ll shortly start some overnight survey work to gather information to inform the final design of the scheme. How will the survey work affect road users? We’ll put the following closures in place overnight from 9pm to 6am: M42 Northbound to M42 Northbound Link …
Continue reading “Highways England M40/M42 Interchange Scheme – survey works update”
Planning Application: 15 Brockhurst Lane
Christmas Tree Lights are Back on – Thank You to Woods Farm!
A huge thank you to Woods Farm! Following the vandalism of 2 sets of lights on the Village Christmas Tree, Woods Farm have donated a replacement set of lights and loaned us the large ladders. Parish Councillors Trevor Eames and Alan Scholes couldn’t wait to get the new lights up on the tree!
Vandalism of Village Green Christmas Tree Lights
The Parish Council are devastated to report that 2 brand new sets of lights on the Village Green Christmas tree have ‘failed’ because of acts of pure vandalism. After such a terrible year, the Councillors had really wanted to bring some Xmas cheer to the village – they arranged for a new safe mains power …
Continue reading “Vandalism of Village Green Christmas Tree Lights”
Last Chance to Respond to Solihull Local Plan Review
Christmas Star
As Christmas approaches all the churches in Shirley are encouraging everyone to put a star in their window to represent hope peace and joy.
Village Christmas Tree
You may have noticed that the village Christmas tree is now up and decorated. It is in a new location on the Village Green with a new low volt mains power supply, new lights and with decorations made by children at Dickens Heath School.The tree has been provided by the Parish Council, and we would …
Royal Horticultural Society and Heart of England in Bloom
We have received a certificate from the Royal Horticultural Society and Heart of England in Bloom to recognise the valuable work we have put in through such hard times. We have had some beautiful floral decorations in the village, including the baskets provided by the Parish Council. We have had much appreciated assistance from residents …
Continue reading “Royal Horticultural Society and Heart of England in Bloom”