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We would like to wish a happy Wesak to all those who are celebrating in Solihull and around the world 🕯️
31/05/2026

We would like to wish a happy Wesak to all those who are celebrating in Solihull and around the world 🕯️

New moving traffic enforcement cameras are being rolled out in Solihull to help improve road safety, cut congestion, and...
29/05/2026

New moving traffic enforcement cameras are being rolled out in Solihull to help improve road safety, cut congestion, and reduce dangerous driving.

Solihull Council has installed cameras and signage to enforce prohibited U-turns on the A34 Stratford Road at Richard Lewis Way in Shirley. Enforcement begins from 1 June 2026.

Find out more by clicking here - www.solihull.gov.uk/news/2026/solihull-council-gears-moving-traffic-enforcement

Karen's Column - Friday 29 MayHello again!On Tuesday, it was confirmed that Solihull Council will be run by a Conservati...
29/05/2026

Karen's Column - Friday 29 May

Hello again!

On Tuesday, it was confirmed that Solihull Council will be run by a Conservative minority administration and that I will be continuing as Leader of The Council.

This follows the elections earlier in May, so I want to say thank you to everyone involved, and that includes a lot of people and a lot of hard work. So, thanks to everyone in Shirley East & Sharmans Cross who chose to re-elect me, and thanks to every voter who turned out across Solihull to make their voices heard and to the Council staff who successfully ran the first all-out election we’ve had for a long time. It’s a big task but everything went smoothly on the day and at the count.

The all-out election means there’s been a lot of change. I saw plenty of new faces at Full Council on Tuesday, and I welcome all of them and the energy they will bring. Ultimately, regardless of which party we represent, we all work for our constituents and for all the people of Solihull, so I look forward to hearing new ideas and seeing people working hard in their wards.

I’d like to take this chance to acknowledge the work done by every councillor who has not returned after the election, thank you for your time, energy, and expertise. In particular I want to mention two former leaders of this Council, Ian Courts and Bob Sleigh, for their dedication to this borough. They have given a huge amount of themselves to Solihull and can both go into retirement knowing they worked extremely hard to make Solihull a better place, particularly in driving our economy forwards. For that they have my thanks, and I’m sure those of many people across Solihull.

Their departure from the Cabinet means we have a new face – Cllr Dave Pinwell, who will be taking over the Resources portfolio, which is focused on how the Council spends its money. Cllr Heather Delaney will also be shifting into the role of Economy, Business and Skills Portfolio Holder, as well as becoming Deputy Leader of The Council. Cllr Delaney has been an excellent cabinet member for a few years now and is well known in the borough for her outstanding work for children with SEND. I have no doubt she will bring the same energy and skill to her new roles.

The full cabinet is as follows –

Leader of the Council and Cabinet Portfolio Holder for Children & Education - Cllr Karen Grinsell

Deputy Leader and Cabinet Portfolio Holder for Economy, Business & Skills - Cllr Heather Delaney

Cabinet Portfolio Holder for Adult Social Care & Health - Cllr Tony Dicicco

Cabinet Portfolio Holder for Climate Change & Planning - Cllr Andy Mackiewicz

Cabinet Portfolio Holder for Communities - Cllr Wazma Qais

Cabinet Portfolio Holder for Environment & Infrastructure - Cllr Ken Hawkins

Cabinet Portfolio Holder for Housing - Cllr Mark Parker

Cabinet Portfolio Holder for Resources - Cllr Dave Pinwell

Finally, we have elected a new Mayor – Cllr Sardul Marwa MBE. He has had a long and distinguished career in public service, and I know he will be an excellent representative for Solihull. Cllr Alan Feeney will serve as Deputy Mayor.

I’ll be back to a more normal column next week, bringing you news from around the borough and some things to look out for in the weeks ahead, but for now – enjoy what’s left of the sunshine and thanks for reading.

Karen

Less than a week to go until our Volunteering Fair! Come along and discover how your time and skills can benefit the loc...
29/05/2026

Less than a week to go until our Volunteering Fair! Come along and discover how your time and skills can benefit the local community🧡

📅Tuesday 2 June, 11:00am - 2:00pm

🏠The Core Library, Theatre Square, Homer Road, Solihull, B91, 3RG

We hope to see you there!

The Core Theatre in Solihull is celebrating its busiest period on record since its reopening this time last year! 🎭It ha...
28/05/2026

The Core Theatre in Solihull is celebrating its busiest period on record since its reopening this time last year! 🎭

It has welcomed over 60,000 visitors over the last 12 months, selling 63,492 tickets across 278 shows since May 2025 🎫

One of the showstopping productions that set to stage was Little Wolf Entertainment’s panto of Aladdin, which had a whopping 50 showings! 🐺

Some upcoming fun at The Core includes their outdoor summer theatre events at Brueton Park, and the panto returning in December with a magical production of Peter Pan 🧚

Read more about this story here - www.solihull.gov.uk/news/2026/core-theatre-celebrates-record-year-after-reopening

Visitors to Solihull town centre may already be aware that the Post Office and TG Jones located in Mell Square will be c...
28/05/2026

Visitors to Solihull town centre may already be aware that the Post Office and TG Jones located in Mell Square will be closing in July.

Councillor Karen Grinsell, Leader of Solihull Council, shared this statement:

"We know that the closure of TG Jones and the Post Office in Mell Square will be disappointing for many. While the decision on any future Post Office provision sits with Post Office Ltd, we are working to support potential franchise applications by exploring suitable premises within the town centre."

Councillor Sardul Marwa MBE was elected as the 73rd Mayor of Solihull on Tuesday 26 May at the first Full Council meetin...
27/05/2026

Councillor Sardul Marwa MBE was elected as the 73rd Mayor of Solihull on Tuesday 26 May at the first Full Council meeting following the local elections. His term will run from 2026 to 2027.

The new mayor has been a local councillor in Solihull since 2023 representing the Conservative Party in St Alphege ward. He was re-elected in May to represent the new St Alphege with Monkspath and Hillfield ward.

Find out more here: https://www.solihull.gov.uk/news/2026/councillor-sardul-marwa-mbe-elected-new-mayor-solihull

A new weekly food waste recycling collection is coming to Solihull 🙌 From Monday 5 October, we’ll collect your leftover ...
27/05/2026

A new weekly food waste recycling collection is coming to Solihull 🙌

From Monday 5 October, we’ll collect your leftover food and out of date items such as:

plate scrapings🍝
raw and cooked meat🍗
fruit and veg peelings🍌
fish and meat bones🦴
and egg shells🥚

Cut down on the amount of food thrown away, save money, and contribute to a cleaner, greener Solihull 💚

Find out more➡️ https://www.solihull.gov.uk/news/2026/new-weekly-food-waste-collection-coming-solihull

⚠️Emergency Road Closure⚠️Outside Benton House, Benton Green Lane, Berkswell.On behalf of Severn Trent Water.Closed due ...
27/05/2026

⚠️Emergency Road Closure⚠️

Outside Benton House, Benton Green Lane, Berkswell.
On behalf of Severn Trent Water.
Closed due to essential works.

Closure is in place from Wednesday 27 May 2026 to Friday 29 May 2026 at 4:00pm.
Access for emergency services will be maintained.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

⚠️Emergency Road Closure⚠️In the area of the bridge, Bills Lane, Shirley.On behalf of Network Rail.Closed due to urgent ...
27/05/2026

⚠️Emergency Road Closure⚠️

In the area of the bridge, Bills Lane, Shirley.
On behalf of Network Rail.
Closed due to urgent steelwork repairs to bridge.

Closure is in place from Tuesday 26 May 2026 to Wednesday 17 June 2026.
Access for emergency services will be maintained.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

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