Councillor's Mileage Claim for Remote Microsoft Teams Meeting Called a 'Genuine Mistake' by Council Friday, October 3, 2025 council mileage expenses claim remote microsoftteams tewkesbury meeting finance error Tewkesbury Borough Council has ruled that a councillor’s mileage claim for attending a remote meeting via Microsoft Teams was a “genuine mistake.” This incident occurred during the last financial year when the council refused … Read More
Gloucestershire Councillor's Alleged Misconduct Hearing Postponed Wednesday, October 1, 2025 gloucestershire councillor misconduct hearing postponement standards council investigation delay panel The scheduled hearing into the alleged misconduct of a Gloucestershire councillor has been postponed. According to the council, the delay is a result of circumstances beyond the standards panel’s control. No new date …
Recruitment Crisis Prompts Urgent Call to Join Gloucestershire Council Tuesday, September 30, 2025 gloucestershire recruitment council jobs localgovernment crisis publicservices careers workforce employment Gloucestershire Council is facing a severe recruitment crisis that threatens the delivery of essential public services. Leaders warn that without enough skilled staff willing to work in local government, the community could … Read More
Council Offers New Solution for Windy Day Bin Issues Tuesday, September 30, 2025 recycling wind bin cleanup council waste environment community containers weather On particularly windy days, residents have faced challenges with using their recycling boxes, which can easily tip over and scatter recyclables. In response, the council is introducing an alternative option to help keep … Read More
Council Leaders Vow to Remove 'Divisive' Flags to Foster Community Harmony Friday, September 26, 2025 flags council removal unionjack stgeorgescross divisive intimidation community inclusivity harmony Council leaders have announced a firm stance against the display of flags deemed ‘divisive’ and ‘intimidating’ within their jurisdictions. In an effort to maintain community harmony and promote … Read More
Millions to Be Invested in Consultants to Transform Adult Social Care in County Thursday, September 25, 2025 consultants socialcare adultcare healthcare county council reform demand services transformation The county council is set to invest millions in consultancy services aimed at overhauling the adult social care system. Faced with mounting pressures from an increasing number of service users, local authorities recognize … Read More