Soon after I moved to Olton, I realised that our community is special.
As a teacher, I believe in the power of public service to change lives and communities, and I therefore feel extremely lucky to live alongside public-spirited people who, despite living in challenging times, work together to make Olton the best it can be.
The council had paused the Local Plan examination process, because it had not accepted the requirement of the Inspectorate to identify another 1700 units from Green Belt.
The previous Labour Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) first announced in 2018 that Solihull Police Station would close. The current Labour PCC then reconfirmed this intention following his 2021 estates review, and the station set to close sometime at or after autumn 2025.
Olton resident, James Johnson has taken a proactive approach to address community concerns about the potential closure of the ticket office at Olton train station.
Elmdon ward Councillor Yvonne Clements praises the Borough's success in retaining its prestigious 16 Green Flags awarded to our parks, cemeteries and green spaces. The Green Flag parks include the outstanding Elmdon Park and Damson Lane Park.