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Taylor Wimpey have updated the consultation website with information about the planning submission at www.twhockleyheath.co.uk

The link to the planning application on the Warwick District Council website can be found here: W/25/1709 | Outline planning application for the development of up to 330 residential dwellings, including public open space, landscaping, sustainable drainage features and associated infrastructure. All matters reserved except for access from Aylesbury Road. | Land South of Aylesbury Road, Lapworth

The volunteers are extending the service to offer soup and bread over the lunchtime period.

Tea / coffee / biscuits will be available as usual.

Free of charge, all welcome.

[poster promoting the Repair Cafe in Hockley Heath, including the date and time]

Dear Parish Councils

I am emailing with a couple of updates to be shared with residents.

Firstly, to say that we are once again running the energy saving scheme formerly known as Big Community Switch. This has now been rebranded to Switch Together: Energy.

The current sign up for the scheme is open until 30^th Jan 2026. Please do share with your residents.

The press release can be found here: Solihull Council partners with Switch Together to help residents save on energy bills | Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council

Secondly, we are continuing the Green Doors project, after a successful start in Hampton-in-Arden, providing residents with the opportunity to experience and learn about home energy upgrades and retrofit through small group tours of retrofitted homes. The next event is on 10^th Jan 2026. Please also share this with your residents: Solihull – Green Doors Birmingham and the West Midlands

Blessed Yule!

David Chapman

Green Homes Lead

Housing

Economy & Infrastructure Directorate

Solihull MBC

Tel: 07741 175958

david.chapman@solihull.gov.uk

www.solihull.gov.uk

www.solihull.gov.uk/your-future-solihull/energy-housing

CANCELLED – This evenings Parish Council meeting has been cancelled due to the poor weather conditions and flooding around the Pavilion and with the rain forecast well into this evening.

Apologies for any inconvenience.

We’re consulting on proposed changes to the Council Tax Reduction Scheme.    Each year, we review the Council Tax Reduction Scheme for working age residents.    This time, we’re proposing updates to income bands to make sure Universal Credit claimants get the maximum amount of support they are entitled to – while keeping the scheme sustainable.    If you, or your friends and family, live in Solihull, please complete the survey to share your thoughts by Wednesday 7 January 2026: Council Tax Reduction Scheme consultation 2025/26      This service is provided to you at no charge by Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council

Solihull Council’s Cabinet is being asked to approve the first stage of its new local plan for consultation.   Councillor Andrew Mackiewicz, Cabinet Member for Climate Change and Planning, commented:   “Following the disappointing decision to withdraw the previous Local Plan Review, the Council has continued to work on a new plan that will positively and proactively plan for the homes, jobs and infrastructure the borough needs.    “However, changes to national planning laws and guidance over the last 12 months means the context within which we are developing the plan has changed, and it is likely to change further going forward.    “The introduction of regional plans, Grey Belt and the fundamental changes to national Green Belt policy, mean it remains vitally important to bring forward a new plan for the borough as quickly as we can. But this plan must be the right plan for Solihull.    “The first stage of that process is to seek the views of local people, businesses and stakeholders in relation to some key policy areas and broad options around how the necessary development can be delivered.    “This highlights the importance of infrastructure, enhancing our natural environment, delivering homes to meet local needs and growing our high performing economy.    “Subject to approval at Cabinet, I look forward to hearing views that will help us frame a plan that will preserve the Solihull that we are all proud of.”   The paper will be considered by Cabinet on Thursday 11 December, and if approved will be launched for consultation in January 2026.    Residents can keep up to date with the Local Plan by registering for the Council’s Stay Connected updates here and follow all our Local Plan news on our dedicated webpage.