Gloucester’s Friendship Cafe to Close Amid Rising Costs and Funding Shortfall Wednesday, December 10, 2025 gloucester cafe community funding closure charity costs support chequersbridge friendshipcafe A beloved community hub in Gloucester is set to close its coffee shop in the coming weeks, leaving many locals saddened. The Friendship Cafe, located at Chequers Bridge Community Centre on Painswick Road, announced its … Read More
Gloucester’s Friendship Cafe to Close Amid Rising Costs and Funding Challenges Wednesday, December 10, 2025 gloucester cafe community closure funding costs charity chequersbridge friendship councillor The Friendship Cafe, a cherished community spot at Chequers Bridge Community Centre in Gloucester, has announced it will be closing its coffee shop in the coming weeks. The closure comes as a result of escalating operational … Read More
Pub Called The Hog Struggles with Rising Costs as Pint Price Jumps 20p Saturday, November 29, 2025 pub price government costs pint landlord priceincrease hospitality regulations business The Hog, a popular local pub, has voiced its frustration over recent government policy changes that have led to a significant increase in operating costs. As a result, the pub has raised the price of a pint by 20p, a move … Read More
Gloucestershire Café Closes Amid Rising Costs and Unforeseen Challenges Thursday, November 27, 2025 cafe closure hospitality smallbusiness gloucestershire costs employment community struggles independent Nicole Jones, the owner of Vintage Birdcage Cakery in Charfield, Gloucestershire, has announced the heartbreaking closure of her café after nearly three years of operation. Despite her passion and dedication, a series of … Read More
Continued Funding for Zipper Buses Sparks Concern Over Rising Costs Sunday, October 26, 2025 zipper buses funding costs losses transit sustainability expenses criticism project The ongoing financial support for the Zipper bus service has drawn criticism amid concerns about escalating expenses. Despite promises of innovation and improved transit options, the fleet has yet to generate any profit, …
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