Cotswold Councillor's 'Affordable Housing for Poor People' Remark Sparks Backlash Wednesday, March 4, 2026 cotswold council housing affordable politics community apology socialhousing language controversy A recent remark by a Cotswold councillor referring to affordable housing as being for “poor people” has ignited calls for a public apology and raised concerns about outdated and stigmatizing language. During a … Read More
Decision Approved for Eight-Bed HMO Opposite Kingsholm Stadium Wednesday, March 4, 2026 kingsholm hmo gloucester albionquarters studenthousing planning refurbishment rugby accommodation council sport Plans to convert a property opposite Gloucester Rugby’s Kingsholm Stadium into a house in multiple occupation (HMO) have been approved. Albion Quarters received permission to refurbish 18 Kingsholm Road, including adding a … Read More
New Overnight Parking Charges Target Multi-Storey Car Parks in Gloucester to Boost Footfall Wednesday, March 4, 2026 gloucester parking carparks multistorey charges council footfall safety electricvehicles regeneration Gloucester City Council is considering restricting new overnight parking charges to its multi-storey car parks, aiming to boost footfall while keeping other parking sites free at night. The proposed charges would apply … Read More
Cotswold By-Election Sees Candidates Compete for The Beeches District Council Seat Wednesday, March 4, 2026 cotswold council by-election cirencester politics elections liberaldemocrat labour conservative reformuk Next week, voters in The Beeches ward of Cirencester will decide who will fill the vacant district council seat in a by-election triggered by the resignation of Liberal Democrat Nigel Robbins. Having served since 2015, … Read More
'Waiting game' as delays to Gloucestershire Airport sale rumble on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 gloucestershire airport sale delay council negotiations businessparks development plans uncertainty The sale of Gloucestershire Airport at Staverton has dragged on for over eight months, leaving council leaders feeling frustrated and uncertain about the deal’s completion. Cheltenham Borough Council and Gloucester City … Read More
Cheltenham Offers Free Parking During Festival Week to Support Local Shoppers Tuesday, March 3, 2026 cheltenham festival parking residents local shopping business support council initiative With Cheltenham Festival just around the corner, the town is set to welcome a surge of visitors. To ensure local residents continue to frequent the town centre amidst the bustling event, Cheltenham Borough Council is offering … Read More