West Midlands Police introduce Raneem’s Law after a tragic domestic violence case to better protect victims. Police Launch Domestic Abuse Program in Memory of Raneem Oudeh West Midlands Police started a new program to help domestic abuse victims. This followed a tragic murder where a woman and her mother were killed. It’s called “Raneem’s Law.”…
Solihull councillor expresses worry over HS2 station’s reduced parking. Limited parking spaces a potential issue. HS2 Station Design Change Causes Concerns Over Parking Availability Solihull councillors feel uneasy. Their worry concerns access to the new HS2 station. Fewer planned parking spaces caused this concern. The council had approved the HS2 Interchange Station plan. It will…
Solihull Central Masjid allowed to keep temporary marquee for another year due to community needs. Solihull Mosque Retains Marquee After Planners Cite Special Circumstances Solihull Central Masjid can keep its marquee. Planners gave them permission for another year. They had previously won an appeal for it. The mosque put up the marquee in 2020. It…
A plan for 95 homes in Catherine-de-Barnes faces final approval after initial green light, sparking local concerns about overdevelopment. Solihull Village: Plan for 95 New Homes Set to Take Next Step Forward Hey, guess what’s happening in Catherine-de-Barnes? New houses might get built on the green belt. Residents aren’t happy about it at all. Solihull…
Thieves ransacked Highgate United FC clubhouse in Shirley, stealing liquor and a card machine. Doors were damaged, prompting a fundraiser. Solihull Football Club Suffers Devastating Smash and Grab Burglary Someone broke into Highgate United FC. The club is in Shirley, Solihull. It happened early Sunday, February 16th. The club had a birthday party the night…
A Smith’s Wood resident says litter is worse than 1980s Brixton riots, causing families to leave. Smiths Wood Litter Worse Than 1980s Brixton Riot, Says Resident A Smith’s Wood man complains about terrible litter. Graham Frost said it is the worst he’s seen. He lived in riot-torn Brixton. Now, families are leaving Smith’s Wood, as…
Resident says biomass system in Smith’s Wood raises bills. Some can’t afford heat, leading to shared bathwater. Heating System Drives Residents Into Energy Poverty, Claims Tower Block Man A resident spoke to Solihull councillors. He wants them to stop a heating system because he thinks the heating bills are too high. Josh Kearns lives in…
Solihull Council reviews garden waste charge of £49 after heated debate and opposition from councillors. Garden Waste Charge Aired at Solihull Council Meeting, Residents Pay £49 A Solihull Council meeting got heated. Council Leader Ian Courts accused rivals of seeking publicity. The meeting examined a garden waste charge. Residents now pay £49 yearly for the…
Solihull Council may sell assets to address financial issues if its £48m emergency funding request is denied. Solihull Council Faces Sell-Off Warning Amid £48m Funding Request Solihull Council needs government help. They might sell assets without it. This is according to a senior finance officer. The council wants emergency financial support (EFS). The council hopes…
Four more men arrested in connection to hare coursing and violent disorder incidents across the county. More Arrests Made After Hare Coursing and Violent Disorder Incident Cops arrested four more men. It relates to violent crimes across the county. The probe started after complaints on January 25. These included hare coursing and dangerous driving. Police…