Nearly 600 New Homes Approved Amid Concerns Over “Modern” Design Clashing with Rural Thornbury Tuesday, November 18, 2025 thornbury housing development planning architecture rural councillors construction community approval 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 … Read More
Green Party's Plan for 12,000 New Homes in Forest of Dean Sparks Fierce Backlash Tuesday, November 18, 2025 housing greenparty forestofdean development councillors infrastructure environment commuters planning council 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 … Read More
Shire Hall Poised to Support Single Unitary Authority Amid Lib Dem Division on Gloucestershire Local Government Reform Tuesday, November 11, 2025 gloucestershire unitary localgovernment reorganisation liberaldemocrats conservatives reformuk greenparty councillors devolution 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 … Read More
Cricket Clubs, Play Parks, and Community Projects Receive £1.1 Million Boost in Gloucestershire Thursday, September 18, 2025 gloucestershire funding councillors community cricket parks recreation investment development facilities sport 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, … Read More
Cotswold Council Board Faces Backlash Over Exclusion from Major Development Oversight Tuesday, July 22, 2025 cotswold council development housing planning opposition councillors localplan controversy politics 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 … Read More
Ex-Shire Hall Chiefs Honored as Aldermen in Gloucestershire Monday, July 21, 2025 gloucestershire aldermen council service recognition shirehall councillors honorary retirement dedication 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) … Read More