Concerns Raised Over New A417 Town Located in High-Risk Gas Pipeline Zone Thursday, May 7, 2026 glynchbrook gaspipeline forestofdean development safety gloucestershire infrastructure housing planning community Plans for a new 3,500-home town near the A417 in Gloucestershire have sparked alarm after the UK’s National Gas Transmission (NGT) identified the site as being situated within a “high-risk” gas pipeline zone. The proposed … Read More
Rough Sleeping in Gloucester: Tents Seen Across Public Spaces Amid Complex Challenges Wednesday, May 6, 2026 gloucester homelessness roughsleeping council community support outreach housing tents publicspaces In recent weeks, tents have been increasingly spotted across Gloucester’s cityscape, including in shopping centres, car parks, churchyards, and parks. This visible presence underscores a growing challenge for city officials … Read More
Gloucester’s Rough Sleepers Find Shelter in Car Parks, Churchyards, and Parks Wednesday, May 6, 2026 gloucester roughsleeping homelessness council support tents community outreach housing shelters Rough sleeping has become an increasingly visible issue in Gloucester, with tents spotted in various public places including shopping centres, car parks, churchyards, and parks. Earlier this year, Gloucester City Council … Read More
Calls for 40mph Limit to End 'Bloody Carnage' on Forest of Dean Roads Monday, May 4, 2026 roadsafety forestofdean speedlimit wildlifeprotection trafficaccidents roadfatalities gloucestershire speedenforcement community roadinfrastructure Councillors and road safety advocates in the Forest of Dean are calling for a 40mph speed limit on the district’s wooded roads to halt the ongoing “bloody carnage” impacting both people and animals. The Forest of Dean … Read More
Forest of Dean Biosphere Bid Could Gain Support if Ancient Commoning Rights Are Affirmed Sunday, May 3, 2026 forestdean commoning unesco biosphere rights sheepliaison conservation governance heritage community The Forest of Dean’s application for UNESCO biosphere reserve status has raised hopes and concerns alike, particularly among the local commoners. Their support may depend on reaffirming their ancient rights and reinstating … Read More
A Cosy Gem in the Forest of Dean: The Golden Lion Pub Revives Cinderford High Street Sunday, May 3, 2026 cinderford goldenlion forestofdean pub community historic affordable livemusic localfood regeneration Nestled in the heart of Cinderford’s otherwise struggling high street, The Golden Lion stands out as a beacon of warmth and community spirit. Far from the boarded-up shops surrounding it, this historic pub offers a refreshing … Read More