New Solihull hotel general manager has conferences in his sights
Establishing Solihull as the conference centre for the area will be the focus for Darren McGhee, the new general manager at St John’s Hotel in the town.
Ex pupil brings world-class opera back to school
Solihull School’s Chamber Choir is teaming up with the world-renowned choir, orchestra and choral group – Armonico Consort – in a pilot project for the opportunity to perform in a critically acclaimed opera.
Competition winning Solihull schoolboy gets the picture
A Solihull schoolboy is flying high after winning a competition designed to increase awareness about Birmingham Airport’s runway extension.
Solihull hairdresser a cut above the others
Aesthetics Hair & Beauty in Solihull are celebrating Winning the Ladies category of the ‘2012 National Hairdressing Federation Photographic Stylist Awards’.
Last chance to see…
Alan Clawley believes that if buildings have lives they can also have obituaries written about them when they die.
White paper sets out LEP’s Strategy for Growth
The Greater Birmingham & Solihull Local Enterprise Partnership (GBS LEP) has launched its ‘Strategy for Growth’ white paper today, which sets out how the LEP aims to unlock growth and prosperity across the area.
All things cake coming to the NEC
Have you joined the nation and embraced the ever-growing trend for cake decorating?
BHX and ORD: Sisters Are Doin’ It
Birmingham Airport (UK) and Chicago O’Hare International Airport (USA) have become Sister Airports to formalise a working relationship and commit to the development of new opportunities..
New charter to deliver better regulation for businesses
Greater Birmingham & Solihull Local Enterprise Partnership is pioneering a new relationship between business and local regulators to help encourage economic growth.
On the Beat
Solihull’s senior police officer will be meeting the public this week.
LEP welcomes £1.5bn City Deal for Birmingham
Greater Birmingham and Solihull Local Enterprise Partnership welcomed the Government’s City Deal for Birmingham – that has, it is claimed, the potential to create nearly 11,000 new jobs.
Time to join the Mid-Sized Business Review
The Greater Birmingham & Solihull Local Enterprise Partnership is to take part in a groundbreaking project looking at the support available for mid-sized businesses.
Birmingham Airport launches ‘David and Goliath’ advertising campaign
Commuters from the Midlands driving into London may need to do a double-take as they see a new advertising campaign to entice those travelling to Heathrow to use Birmingham Airport instead.
Solihull hotel hosts Diamond Jubilee garden party in aid of Acorns Hospice
A Solihull hotel is laying on a Diamond Jubilee garden party, featuring a host of fun attractions, to raise money for Acorns Children’s Hospice Trust.
Free music lessons in June at Touchwood
Touchwood is giving local residents the chance to unleash their inner musician with the offer of free music lessons in June.
Wedding showcase success for Solihull hotel
St John’s Hotel in Solihull inspired blushing brides-to-be and their grooms when it held its first wedding showcase.
Do you know a ‘diamond’ couple?
As jubilee fever sweeps the region, Touchwood has announced it is on the hunt for couples who are celebrating their diamond wedding anniversary this year.
Lady Luck charity ball to turn tables on “unlucky” Friday 13th
Lady Luck charity ball to turn tables on “unlucky” Friday 13th to raise thousands of pounds for local voluntary groups
Brummie success all bagged up and ready to go
New bags and accessories store for Solihull’s Mell Square
Partying with Peppa Pig at Touchwood
Touchwood is preparing for the arrival of a very special guest this month,
Easter fun in Solihull’s Mell Square
Choc-tastic day of events including Easter egg hunt, face-painting, craft activities, bungee swing, land train and much much more!
DPM visits BHX
LibDem Leader and Deputy Prime Minister, Nick Clegg, visited Birmingham Airport last week
Fashion weekend at Touchwood
Touchwood’s bi-annual Fashion Weekend is returning once again this March and the centre is inviting local residents to come along and join in the fun.
From Solihull to Thailand
Two Solihull students are raising money and spending their summers volunteering in Northern Thailand
Marketing Birmingham head calls for Chancellor to keep UK competitive for investment
The chief executive of Marketing Birmingham has called for the Chancellor to keep the UK competitive for investors in this week’s Budget.
Solihull hotel boss urges tourism drive in run-up to Olympics
The general manager of a top Solihull hotel is urging the borough against “NEC complacency” and to do more to attract visitors in the run-up to the Olympics.
Air Malta launch charter flights from Birmingham Airport
Air Malta have announced the launch of charter flights from Birmingham Airport this summer.
Charity chooses Valentine’s Day to launch Solihull domestic abuse support service
A support service for victims of domestic violence and abuse has been launched in Solihull.
National Apprenticeship Week: Solihull apprentices are told “you’re hired”
St John’s first-ever apprentices are told “you’re hired” – as Solihull hotel makes recruitment process standard policy
Birmingham Airport powers up with solar panels
Birmingham Airport will save 22 tonnes of carbon dioxide each year with the installation of 200 solar panels on the roof of its terminal.