In Gloucester city centre, the recent installation of Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras to enforce no-parking zones has sparked debate about whether profit is being prioritized over pedestrian safety. This …
Concerns are mounting in Cheltenham as only half of the borough’s councillors have completed their mandatory cyber security refresher training, raising fears that critical council services could once again fall victim to …
Concerns are mounting in Gloucestershire as half of Cheltenham Borough Council’s councillors have not completed mandatory cyber security refresher training, putting critical council services at risk of cyber attacks. A recent …
Civic leaders in Gloucestershire’s Cotswold District have voted to increase their allowances despite the council leader earning significantly less than a local Screwfix trade counter supervisor. At a council meeting in …
The Government-mandated shake-up of local councils in Gloucestershire has drawn fierce criticism from Stroud’s Green Party councillors, who label the process “shameful” and “undemocratic.” Stroud District Council recently …
The Forest of Dean District Council’s ambitious plan to meet a housing target of 12,000 new homes by 2045—including proposals for one or two entirely new towns—has drawn sharp criticism from local councillors and residents …
A controversial new housing development planned to the north-west of Thornbury has received approval despite vocal concerns from councillors about its “modern” architectural style clashing with the rural landscape. Up to 595 …
Gloucestershire County Council is set to signal its preference for a single unitary authority as the future model for local government during a vote on Wednesday, November 12. This comes as the Liberal Democrat group opts for …
Gloucestershire is set to benefit from a £1.1 million investment aimed at enhancing local cricket clubs, play parks, and various community projects across the county. This funding will be distributed among county councillors, …
The formation of a Cotswold District Council board overseeing extensive local development has sparked controversy, with accusations of exclusion leveled against council leadership. The board, responsible for guiding a new …
At a special gathering on July 17, Gloucestershire County Council paid tribute to 31 former councillors for their longstanding commitment and significant contributions to the region. Chairman Steve Robinson (L, Nailsworth) …
Work is underway to build a new cycle lane along Northgate Street in Gloucester, forming part of a major county route connecting Bishop’s Cleeve to Stroud via Cheltenham and Gloucester. While aimed at improving sustainable …
The Liberal Democrats have replaced the Conservatives as “the party of middle England”, Sir Ed Davey said as he celebrated the local election results. As the Tories faced a Reform UK surge in the north and parts of the …
As Gloucestershire residents head to the polls, the county is abuzz with excitement and anticipation as they participate in the democratic process. Today, voters have the opportunity to directly impact the future of their …