MP Opposes Controversial Plan for Massive New Housing Developments on A417 and A40 Thursday, April 2, 2026 housing development forestofdean infrastructure localplan mpopposition gloucestershire community affordablehousing planning Forest of Dean MP Matt Bishop has firmly opposed proposed plans to build two new towns totaling over 5,500 homes in Gloucestershire. The developments, aimed at meeting a substantial housing target of 13,200 homes, would see … Read More
Forest of Dean MP Opposes Controversial Plans for Two New Towns with Over 10,000 Homes Thursday, April 2, 2026 housing development infrastructure forestofdean redmarley churcham localplan mpopposition community affordablehousing A significant housing proposal in Gloucestershire has sparked strong opposition from Forest of Dean MP Matt Bishop. The plan calls for two new towns, aiming to deliver a total of 13,200 homes over the next two decades. … Read More
Brabazon and the West Innovation Arc: A Bold New Town with 40,000 Homes Planned Monday, March 23, 2026 housing newtowns brabazon southgloucestershire construction affordablehousing keirstarmer labour planning infrastructure The UK government has unveiled an ambitious plan to build seven new towns across the country, including a major development in South Gloucestershire named Brabazon and the West Innovation Arc, which will feature up to 40,000 … Read More
Work Begins on New Affordable Housing Development in Stroud Wednesday, March 18, 2026 stroud affordablehousing housingdevelopment sustainability energyefficiency cashesgreen construction spellermetcalfe community housingcommittee Construction has commenced on a new affordable housing project located on an underused plot in the Cashes Green area of Stroud. The development will feature seven homes: five two-storey houses and two flats on Queen’s … Read More
Cotswold Councillor Criticized for 'Poor People' Remark on Affordable Housing Wednesday, March 4, 2026 affordablehousing socialhousing cotswold councillor controversy publicapology language community politics housingrights A recent remark by a Cotswold councillor referring to affordable housing as being for “poor people” has sparked widespread criticism and demands for a public apology. The comments were made by Liberal Democrat … Read More
Plans for 140 New Homes in Coleford Approved Despite Wildlife Concerns Tuesday, January 20, 2026 coleford freemanhomes housingdevelopment forestofdean affordablehousing wildlife planningpermission floodrisk communityconcerns urbanplanning Plans to build 140 new homes on more than 18 acres at Poolway Farm, off Gloucester Road in Coleford, Gloucestershire, have been approved by the Forest of Dean District Council despite concerns raised by local residents. The … Read More