Monthly Archives: April 2014

This new Extra Care Village will cater for those who wish to purchase a dwelling outside the main centre, and know that they will get care directed to the elderly, especially should they be affected by alzheimers or dementia. It … Continue reading →

There could be some flowers here? This roundabout is the first of a type in the ward, and we really value it. We would like to see the design copied for the junction of Middle Park, Shenley Fields and Castle … Continue reading →

Sir Albert Bore’s New Car A beautiful new Jaguar XF which is paid for by the City of Birmingham’s ratepayers!

Elsie’s Funeral detail We all went back to Langley’s Hall Social Club to remember her. These are some of her friends. Elsie was a wonderful lady. She was the wife of a good friend of mine when I lived in … Continue reading →

Interesting morning at the sharp end. This links in before the electrical wiring on a previous post. The median sized post is capable of being lifted, but the main road column needs two people, and a crane to lift it … Continue reading →

Attending the youth provision meeting organised by Jan Collymore at the Factory Centre. Very full meeting. Here we are on the football training and team provision in Birmingham. As an ex Youth Leader (Sparkbrook 1970-1975) with the great John Newing … Continue reading →

Here I am with the connections to the new lamps which are “patched” into preexisting cables at the side of the road. Poles are required (more later!) but the policy which we started some years back of lighting improvement is … Continue reading →

It was a great day for me to address and welcome the Midland Branch of the Institution of Lighting Professionals. They are responsible for all our magnificent LED lighting that is cutting the City’s electric light charges by 50%. A … Continue reading →