Cllr Samantha Gethen

Prepare for cold weather with our new Here2Help booklet, which covers how to keep warm and stay well this winter and the support we have available 🌡️☃️

Read more here 👉 https://loom.ly/VEKNhpM

Need more advice and guidance? Call Age UK Solihull's Winter Warmth Helpline on 0121 704 8080 📞

St Alphege Councillors Surgery
Saturday 6th January. 10am - 11.45am
The Core Library - Solihull

We’re obsessed with getting people qualified to NVQ level 3, as it means better job outcomes 📈

Back in 2004 only 39.9% of the WM were there, now it’s 59% 👏🏻

And if you earn £30k or less you can get this qualification for FREE - the only region where that’s possible ✅

Changes to bin collections over Christmas🎄
Please note that there will be no bin collections on 25, 26 December and 1 January 🗑️
Visit our website for more information ➡️ https://loom.ly/09iSRtk

It’s the final weekend before Christmas & we are still out delivering our magazines and calenders to all our residents.

I would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas & a healthy & Happy New Year.

Christmas Deliveries It's the final weekend before Christmas and we are still out delivering our magazines and calendars to all our residents.

There is an increase in measles cases in Birmingham and Solihull.

Please be aware of measles symptoms: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/measles/

If you think you or your child may have measles, contact your GP practice but do not visit unless instructed, as measles can spread to others easily.

Campaigning in Solihull

Our dedicated team in Solihull, working hard to distribute our magazines and engage with Residents.

We really did brave the elements.

Campaigning in Solihull We have a dedicated campaign team in Solihull, working hard to distribute our magazines and calendars for 2024. Engaging with local residents is a great way to keep the community informed and involved. We really did brave the elements this weekend.

St Alphege Councillors Surgery
The Core Library
Saturday 2nd December 10am - 12pm

Over 70% of women in the UK say that they have experienced sexual harassment in public.

If you're concerned about your safety, download Hollie Guard: https://loom.ly/85Hy_gA
It can record what’s happening, call your emergency contact and give them your location.

Safer Nights | West Midlands Police (west-midlands.police.uk)

Thank you to everyone who came along today to Brueton Park for the litterpick. 10 bags collected.

We are delighted to be restarting our parish youth group. This is for Yr. 6 and up and will run on Fridays from 5pm – 6.20pm at the Oliver Bird Hall (next to St. Alphege Church), beginning this Friday 17th November. Sessions will include pizza, activities, and games – and will be led by our experienced youth team who have undergone safeguarding training and checks at the highest level. The aim is to provide a safe space where friendships and faith can grow, enjoying lots of fun at the same time. There is no charge, but registering is essential. To register, please follow this link https://forms.office.com/e/zQLzcGXMCF

Always an honour to represent St Alphege residents at the Remembrance Day Service in St Alphege, Solihull.

At the going down of the sun, and in the morning, we will remember them.

Councillor Samantha Gethen & Councillor Sardul Marwa joined Tudor Grange Academy for their Rememberance Day Service.

Remembrance Day Service at Tudor Grange Academy It was a pleasure to join Tudor Grange Academy’s Remembrance Day service. Engaging in such events is a meaningful way to honour history and contribute to community values. The involvement and dedication of the students and cadets clearly reflect the school’s commitment to both education and comm...

St Alphege Councillors Surgery
The Core Library
Saturday 4th November 10am - 12pm

Exciting news for Solihull Town Centre.

Mell Square set for radical revamp with major developer on board 🏗️🏢
We've named Muse Places as our preferred development partner to bring forward ambitious regeneration plans for the iconic Mell Square.
Read more here 👉 https://loom.ly/HhOuf4g

Thank you to all of the volunteers that came out for our first litter pick - The St Alphege Parks Community Group, 12 people came and 9 bags collected.

After spending the last few weeks getting this set up with our amazing Community Development Officer at Solihull Council, I was upset to suddenly not be able to attend.

Thank you to Bob for stepping in and leading the first session. Im looking forward to the next one.

St Alphege

Road resurfacing

Widney Manor Road will be closed at the junction of Widney Lane on Friday 3 November from 8pm – 8am.

Temporary road closure

Monkspath Hall Road (Firework Display)
Monkspath Hall Road, Solihull Town Centre will be closed from its junction with Princes Way to its first roundabout at the entrance to Monkspath Hall Road Car Park due to the Solihull Round Table Fireworks Display.
Closure on Saturday 4 November from 4pm to 9pm.

Temporary road closure

Station Road (Solihull Town Centre)
Station Road, Town Centre will be closed from its junction with Herbert Road to Poplar Road.
Closure overnight from 8pm on Sunday 5 November to 5am on Saturday 6 November (Sunday 12th and 19th of November will be held for contingency).

Walk-in COVID and flu vaccinations from 14 October Walk-ins
Birmingham & Solihull NHS Winter Vaccinations (birminghamandsolihullvaccination.nhs.uk)

Birmingham & Solihull NHS Winter Vaccinations – Birmingham & Solihull NHS Winter Vaccinations Getting vaccinated means protecting yourself, and may also help to protect your family, friends and patients from the viruses.

Campaigner Bob Grinsell & Cllr Gethen on Homer Road this morning, litterpicking before the Cllrs surgery at the Core. 2 bags of litter collected.

Today is World Cerebral Palsy Day.

Cerebral palsy (CP) is a lifelong neurological condition which affects a person’s movement, health, learning & communication. Nationwide, there are approximately 30,000 children & 130,000 adults living with CP.

Cllr Samantha Gethen on X Today is World Cerebral Palsy Day. Cerebral palsy (CP) is a lifelong neurological condition which affects a person’s movement, health, learning & communication. Nationwide, there are approximately 30,000 children & 130,000 adults living with CP.

St Alphege Councillors Surgery
The Core Library
Saturday 7th October 10am - 12pm

🚸🚗 Sharmans Cross School Traffic Update! 🚌🛑
Parents voiced concerns about traffic and safety during school hours. After observations and discussions, we're looking into potential solutions.
🚫 No to pavement driving! Our Children and residents deserve safe streets! 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️🐕

Learn more and share your thoughts on our website 👉 https://www.samanthagethen.uk/news/sharmans-cross-school-addressing-traffic-concerns

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Sharmans Cross School: Addressing Traffic Concerns Recent feedback from parents has highlighted significant concerns regarding traffic congestion during school drop-off and pick-up times at Sharmans Cross School. To better understand the situation, I liaised with a highways officer and engaged directly with concerned parents.

What a fantastic day in Solihull Town Centre, the Food Festival is brilliant. It was lovely to see so many people in Solihull today enjoying the food and also the cooking demonstrations. I will admit, I was very excited when I saw Ainsley Harriet and Glynn Purnell.

The festival is still on tomorrow and Pookie Tredell will be there at 11am, Aldo Zilli at 12.30 & Rob Palmer (Toffs) at 13.45.

Solihull Food Festival 2023 - Solihull BID The region’s biggest and best celebration of food returns!

A Mid Autumn festival celebration at Solihull Methodist Church with our Hong Kong Community all in aid of raising money for Marie Curie.
There were games, crafts & lots of cake. Myself & Cllr Wazhma Qais had fun making our lanterns & hearing about Moon Festival.