Bristol Considers Ticket Tax to Support Struggling Grassroots Music Venues Wednesday, September 24, 2025 bristol music venues levy tickettax grassroots gigs liveevents council support Bristol City Council is exploring the introduction of a ticket tax for live music events in the city. This proposed levy would require people attending gigs to pay a small additional fee on their tickets. The aim is to … Read More
Gloucester Businesses Concerned Over Upcoming Parking Fee Increase Wednesday, September 24, 2025 gloucester parking inflation business citycentre fees council retailers economy foottraffic Gloucester city centre is facing growing concern from local businesses as parking fees are scheduled to increase in line with inflation starting this November. Many shop owners and service providers fear the higher costs will … Read More
Fears Mount Over Potential Cuts to Gloucester Bin Collections Amid £1.5m Council Overspend Monday, September 22, 2025 gloucester council budget overspend bincollections services cuts localgovernment finance community Concerns are rising among Gloucester residents as the city council faces a £1.5 million budget overspend, prompting fears that vital services, including bin collections, could face cuts. While council officials acknowledge … Read More
Council to Auction Leases to Revitalize Empty City Centre Shops Sunday, September 21, 2025 gloucester council auction leases highstreet retail vacancy revitalization economy buildings Gloucester City Council has taken a proactive step to combat the rise of empty shops in the city centre by adopting the innovative High Street Rental Auction initiative. This new approach aims to tackle long-standing … Read More
Council to Auction Leases in Effort to Revive Empty City Centre Shops Sunday, September 21, 2025 gloucester council auction leases highstreet retail vacancy revitalisation business shops Gloucester City Council has launched an innovative initiative, the High Street Rental Auction, designed to combat the rising number of empty shops in the city centre. The scheme aims to attract new tenants by auctioning off … Read More
Council Chief Condemns Political Violence Amid Escalating Tensions Thursday, September 18, 2025 politics violence condemnation tensions council democracy safety peace community violenceprevention In response to increasing political unrest and violence, the council chief has issued a strong condemnation of attacks motivated by political views. Emphasizing the importance of respect and tolerance in a democratic society, … Read More