A rogue builder from Solihull has pleaded guilty to fraud after scamming a couple from Kenilworth.

Warwickshire County Council's trading standards service prosecuted Patrick Noel Doherty (age 23 years of Salter Street in Earlswood, Solihull) who traded as Shakespeare Driveways & Patios Ltd.

Doherty pleaded guilty to three offences under the Fraud Act after lying to the couple about the state of their property. He undertook work that was overpriced, of poor quality, and in some cases completely unnecessary.

Cllr Robert Gisbourne, cabinet member for fire and rescue, community safety and flooding, said: "Warwickshire Trading Standards will continue to take action against rogue traders to protect and support residents across the county.

"This includes raising awareness of rogue trader activities, investigating and prosecuting perpetrators, and helping residents to stay safe by knowing how and where to find recommended and trusted traders."

Doherty pleaded guilty during a hearing at Warwick Crown Court on Wednesday 27 May 2026.

He will be sentenced on Monday 29 June 2026.