Reed bed project to start off Fordbridge Road

WILDLIFE HAVEN: The council has said that the new reed bed on the
banks of the River Cole will benefit birds, fish and other creatures.

WORK to create a new reed bed in North Solihull is set to get underway this month.
The wildlife habitat will be developed on the banks of the River Cole, near to the junction of Fordbridge Road and Gilson Way.
The project, expected to take several weeks to complete, is part of the borough's wider Habitats and Nature Improvement Project.
Solihull Council confirmed that the works, part-funded by the EU, will see wetland species planted by the riverside. The work is expected to reduce pollution, as well as offering shelter to birds, fish and other creatures.
The local authority has admitted that there will, however, be some degree of disruption while the project is being completed.
Councillor Tony Dicicco, cabinet member for the environment and housing, said: "These works will protect and enhance our natural assets in the north of Solihull for the benefit of wildlife, residents and visitors alike.
"There will unfortunately be some temporary disruption to achieve this, with footpath closures and some noise due to the machinery being used.
"However, we will aim to keep any disruption to a minimum, with the area of work fenced off and signs in place to inform residents of any changes."
The Habitats and Nature Improvement Project is designed to enhance sites around the borough, with funding previously used to thin the trees at Alcott Wood.