Glebe Farm & Tile Cross - Cllr Jess Ankrett

06/10/2026

🤝 Birmingham & Solihull working together to tackle fly-tipping!

Today I joined my colleague Cllr Paul Goldingay, alongside officers from both Birmingham City Council and Solihull Council, for an on-site visit to the alleyway behind Craneberry Road, where there has been a significant build-up of fly-tipping and dumped waste.

The alleyway sits right on the border between Birmingham and Solihull, so tackling the issue effectively requires both councils to work together.

As you can see from the photos, the current state of the area is completely unacceptable. Today was about getting everyone on site together, looking at the extent of the problem and agreeing how we move forward.

I’m pleased to say that the visit was really productive and we have been advised that work to tackle the area is expected to begin within the next two weeks.

This is a really positive example of cross-boundary working in action. Council boundaries shouldn’t get in the way of dealing with issues that affect residents and communities, and it was great to have councillors and officers from both Birmingham and Solihull working together to get this moving.

We’ll be keeping a close eye on progress and will keep residents updated. 💪

30/09/2026

🌳 Tree Removal Works 🌳

I’ve been notified of upcoming tree removals across Glebe Farm & Tile Cross.

📅 The works are expected to take place within the next three weeks and should take approximately 1–2 days.

📍 Hill Bank Drive
• Rear of 20 Northcote Road
• Rear of 12/14

📍 Gerardsfield Road
• Outside 25/27

📍 Sheldon Hall Avenue
• Three trees opposite 72/74

Most are being removed due to concerns around their structural integrity and safety, with the Gerardsfield Road tree being removed due to malicious damage.

🌱 Replacement trees are planned for every tree felled. Where possible, they will be replanted in the same location, subject to things such as underground services, access and overhead cables.

Affected residents will also receive a letter with further information.

29/09/2026

NEXT MOBILE TIP TRUCK 🚛 ♻️

Just a heads-up for residents that the Mobile Household Waste Centre (Tip Truck) will be back next week!

📅 Tuesday 6 October
⏰ 7:30am – 12:30pm
📍 Gressel Lane, corner of Leycroft Avenue, Tile Cross - near The Sheldon Hall Pub, B33 9UU

A opportunity to have a clear-out and get rid of unwanted household items.

I’ve attached the information below showing what you can and can’t take along 👇

24/09/2026

30/08/2026

A little personal update…

I just wanted to let residents know that I may be a little quieter than usual for a few days, as I need to take some time to deal with something personal.

I’m very conscious of the responsibility that comes with being a local Councillor, which is why I felt it was important to let people know rather than simply go quiet.

Please bear with me if responses take a little longer than usual. I’ll be back to normal as soon as I can, and I really appreciate your understanding.

Thank you 💙
Jess

24/08/2026

REFORM: NO TO BLANKET 20MPH LIMITS ACROSS BIRMINGHAM

Reform Birmingham will strongly oppose plans to make 20mph the standard speed limit across local roads in the city.

Getting around Birmingham is already difficult enough. Residents face congestion, endless roadworks, diversions, bus delays, parking restrictions and an increasingly frustrating road network. The last thing they need is another blanket restriction making everyday journeys slower and harder.

Reform’s position is clear: keep 20mph where safety genuinely demands it – outside schools at appropriate times and at other clearly identified locations where there is a real safety case.

But 20mph should be the exception, not the default.

The policy has resurfaced in Birmingham’s new Local Plan, which states:

“A limit of 20mph will be standard on all local roads.”

It also confirms that 20mph will continue to be rolled out across B roads, C roads and unclassified local roads. Reform will formally oppose that approach through the Local Plan process.

Cllr Anthony Ward, Reform’s Shadow Cabinet Member for Transport, said:

“Road safety matters, but a one-size-fits-all speed limit across Birmingham is not the answer. Where 20mph is genuinely needed, we will support it. Where 30mph is safe and appropriate, motorists should be allowed to get on with their journeys.”

Cllr Jex Parkin, Leader of Reform UK on Birmingham City Council, said:

“This is another anti-motorist policy from a council that seems determined to make getting around Birmingham harder. People already have enough congestion, restrictions and disruption to deal with without another blanket measure being imposed on them.

“Reform will support sensible safety measures where they are genuinely needed, but we will oppose unnecessary 20mph limits across the city.”

Speed limits should reflect the road, the evidence and genuine safety needs. They should not be imposed across huge parts of Birmingham because of an ideological hostility to motorists.

16/08/2026

Abandoned vehicle removed - Fortnum Close ✅

An abandoned vehicle on Fortnum Close, which had also been filled with fly-tipped waste, has now been removed.

The vehicle was reported and a 14-day notice was issued by Birmingham City Council before its removal.

Thank you to Birmingham International Coaches Ltd for their cooperation in helping to get this dealt with and removed.

Really pleased to see this eyesore gone. 👏

Before ➡️ Notice issued ➡️ Removed ✅

15/08/2026

✅ UPDATE – Gressel Lane

I’m pleased to say that the issues I reported while out litter picking have now been dealt with:

🌳 The fallen/broken tree branch has been removed.
✂️ The overgrown bushes encroaching onto the footpath have been cut back.

If you spot something that needs attention across Glebe Farm & Tile Cross, please do get in touch and I’ll always do my best to help. 😊

15/08/2026

🌞 Summer Playdays at Glebe Farm Community Hub! 🌞

If you are looking for something to keep the kids entertained during the summer holidays, head down the the Glebe Farm Community Hub for Summer Playdays every Wednesday!

🕚 11am - 1pm
📍 Glebe Farm Community Hub, Glebe Farm Road, B33 9NA

There will be lots of games, toys, arts & crats and plenty of fun! Free squash will be provided too!🥤

👇🏻Please see poster below for full details!👇🏻