Vets May Be Required to Publish Prices and Limit Prescription Costs in Major Reform Wednesday, October 15, 2025 veterinary cma pricing prescriptions transparency petcare regulation costs market reform The veterinary services market, valued at £6.3 billion, is facing significant changes following an investigation by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA). Concerns about transparency and pricing have prompted the CMA to … Read More
'Not fit-for-purpose' air source heat pump at popular pavilion costs thousands a year to run Wednesday, October 15, 2025 heating energy inefficiency airsource heatpump pavilion leckhampton costs sustainability community The air source heat pump installed at Leckhampton’s Burrow’s Pavilion has proven to be highly inefficient, resulting in annual running costs exceeding £6,000. Designed to provide eco-friendly heating, the system has instead … Read More
High Street Chain with 600 Stores to Close 88 Locations Imminently Thursday, October 9, 2025 retail closures highstreet stores company costs operations economy business strategy A major high street chain operating 600 stores nationwide has announced plans to close 88 of its outlets in the near future. This significant reduction in retail locations comes as the company responds to increasing … Read More
Concerns Raised Over Grass Cutting Costs Being Passed to Towns, Risking Inconsistent Service Monday, October 6, 2025 grasscutting maintenance towns villages costs publicspaces community landscaping services funding Local communities are expressing anxiety that the expenses of grass cutting may soon be transferred to towns and villages, potentially resulting in uneven and patchy maintenance services. Residents argue that well-maintained … Read More
Crossing Clifton Suspension Bridge Could Soon Cost You More Thursday, September 25, 2025 clifton bridge toll increase maintenance costs transport infrastructure commuters management The Clifton Suspension Bridge, a beloved landmark and vital transport link, may soon see an increase in its toll charges. The bridge’s managing trust has announced that rising operational and maintenance costs are … Read More
Calls for 'Reality Check' Over More Expensive Plan to Split Gloucestershire Into Two Councils Wednesday, September 17, 2025 gloucestershire councils consultation community localgovernment costs administration reform decentralization publicparticipation Local residents and community leaders in Gloucestershire are urging councillors to pause and reconsider a costly proposal to divide the county into two separate councils. Critics argue that the plan not only risks significant … Read More