In a statement Councillor Jim Ryan announced he doesn’t intend to stand for re-election in the upcoming elections on May 2.
https://solihullobserver.co.uk/news/bickenhill-councillor-stands-down-after-40-years/
Councillor Ryan has represented Bickenhill Ward for 40 years on Solihull Council and 24 years on Bickenhill Parish Council.
He said:
In all that time I have received from the people nothing but respect, kindness and support It has been a great honour and privilege to be elected throughout my service.
Over the years thousands of young people went through my schools and a large proportion have moved forward, achieving great things for themselves.This is a job that I will continue to do.
I have always had great respect for my fellow Councillors, and I know they treat their service with sincerity and are doing their best for Solihull.
I would like to wish them every happiness and success for the future.”