Julian Knight MP has called for an overhaul of planning regulations following the announcement that a controversial housing development in Alderbrook Road will go ahead despite the vociferous objections of local residents.

Many people think Conference is about sitting in a hall and listening to speeches all day... but it is also a time for hard work in selling Solihull and the West Midlands.

Last Friday, I had the opportunity to experience a snapshot of what it is that makes Solihull such a thriving town.

Last week I had the great pleasure of joining Vernon Hill, the founder of Metro Bank, and staff to officially open the bank’s very first branch here in Solihull.

Julian Knight MP was very pleased that Priti Patel has endorsed his campaign to save Solihull Police Station during a meeting in Solihull this week.

For a long time now I have been fighting hard to save Solihull Police Station from plans by the Police and Crime Commissioner to close it down.

Julian Knight MP has welcomed the news that more than a score of local schools are set to receive a funding increase as part of the Government’s latest investments in education.

Across the country, pupils and teachers alike – not to mention parents! – are gearing up for the start of another school year.

Here in Solihull we’re very lucky to have so many excellent schools. It’s one of the things which makes our town such a great place to live and raise a family.

This week saw the grand opening of the brand-new Damson Homes Stand at the SportNation.bet Stadium, home of our very own Solihull Moors.