The UK is bracing for a potential heatwave in late May, with temperatures forecast to rise to as high as 27C. Weather maps from the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) suggest a four-day period of warm …
Ministers are under intense pressure with just two weeks remaining before the energy regulator Ofgem sets the next electricity price cap, a move that could see energy bills surge by 18% in July, followed by an additional 4% …
Gloucestershire is setting its sights on energy independence by developing community-owned solar and wind farms to counter the volatility of oil and gas prices. In a bold move, local leaders have agreed to form a cross-party …
Stroud District Council has approved a budget for the upcoming financial year that includes a £10,000 allocation to explore temporary uses for the historic Brimscombe Port site. This inland port, dating back to the 1780s, is …
Gloucestershire residents face higher council tax bills and increased charges for on-street parking and residential permits starting in April, following the approval of the county council’s budget for the 2026/27 financial …
Fans of the beloved BBC gardening show, Gardeners' World, have been buzzing with excitement after the announcement that the series will return to BBC screens earlier than planned. Following a typical three-month winter break, …
Shane Connolly, the florist renowned for creating the arrangements at the King and Queen’s wedding, has called for a ban on floral foam due to its environmental damage. As a key figure in the Sustainable Church Flowers (SCF) …
Plans to slash sustainability budgets by £200,000 have ignited debate over Gloucestershire County Council’s dedication to combating climate change. The council, which has a carbon footprint equivalent to 400 tonnes of CO2 …
Plans to reduce sustainability budgets by £200,000 have ignited debate over Gloucestershire County Council’s dedication to meeting its climate change commitments. The council, responsible for an annual carbon footprint …
Countryfile presenter Adam Henson has shared his excitement about an extraordinary new arrival expected at his 50-acre Cotswold Farm Park in May 2026. The rare and critically endangered Suffolk Punch mare, Lexy, is pregnant, …
The proposal to build a 3,000-home town near the A417 in Gloucestershire has sparked significant concerns about increased traffic congestion and limited public transport options. Forest of Dean District Council is exploring …
Cheltenham Borough Council is facing mounting financial challenges, with a projected budget overspend of £564,000 sparking fears of a looming crisis. Although council leaders remain confident in managing these difficulties, …
Cheltenham Borough Council is confronting a significant financial challenge, with a reported £564,000 overspend putting the authority’s budget under severe strain. While council leaders remain confident in their ability to …
With energy prices sharply rising and household budgets under pressure, many Britons are seeking practical ways to reduce their expenses. Trusted financial expert Martin Lewis, known for his Money Saving Expert platform and …
Gloucestershire County Council will invest an additional £15 million in repairing and resurfacing roads across the county next year, as part of the Liberal Democrat administration’s latest budget plans. The council is …