Top Jobs at Risk in Gloucestershire Council Shake-Up, but Most Workers Expected to Stay Safe Wednesday, November 5, 2025 localgovernment reorganisation gloucestershire council jobs unitaryauthority chiefexecutives staffprotection publicservices union Local government reorganisation in Gloucestershire is likely to lead to the loss of several chief executive positions, but most council workers directly delivering essential services are expected to be protected. This was the … Read More
Over 60 Miles Resurfaced and 40,000 Road Defects Repaired in Gloucestershire Wednesday, November 5, 2025 gloucestershire resurfacing roadworks highways infrastructure safety communication publicrealm repairs council Since the Liberal Democrats assumed control at Shire Hall, Gloucestershire has seen over 60 miles of roads resurfaced and 40,000 critical highway safety defects repaired. These significant improvements were highlighted at the … Read More
Two New Towns Proposed to Meet Forest of Dean’s 13,200-Home Target Tuesday, November 4, 2025 housing development forestofdean localplan newtowns affordablehousing council sustainability environment politics To address a housing target of approximately 13,200 new homes, the Forest of Dean District Council is proposing the development of one or two new settlements as part of its updated local plan extending to 2045. This plan also … Read More
Nearly a Million Pounds Allocated for College Roof Replacements Sunday, November 2, 2025 hereford college rooftops refurbishment herefordshire council construction education campus contractors Herefordshire Council is set to invest nearly a million pounds in refurbishing key parts of Hereford College of Arts' main campus. The council is currently inviting contractors to bid for a project valued at £950,000 to … Read More
School Taxi Contracts Accused of ‘Ripping Off’ County Friday, October 31, 2025 school taxi contracts county council overcharging budget transportation services accountability sport Concerns have been raised over school taxi contracts, with accusations that companies have been overcharging and exploiting the county council for years. Critics argue that these service providers have enjoyed favorable terms … Read More
Defining Moment Approaches for Gloucestershire’s Future Amid Political and Geographic Divides Monday, October 27, 2025 gloucestershire council governance reorganization politics geography localgovernment administration proposals future Gloucestershire stands at a pivotal crossroads as discussions intensify over its local governance structure. With political and geographical divisions becoming increasingly apparent, the county faces significant decisions … Read More