Calls to Keep Three Counties or Mercia Combined Authority Option Alive in Gloucestershire Devolution Talks Sunday, April 12, 2026 gloucestershire devolution combinedauthority mercia threecounties localgovernment tewkesbury westofengland councils regionalidentity A Gloucestershire council is urging that the option of joining a Three Counties or Mercia combined authority remain part of the conversation amid ongoing devolution talks. As local government reorganisation continues across … Read More
Calls to Keep Three Counties or Mercia Combined Authority Option Alive Sunday, April 12, 2026 gloucestershire devolution combinedauthority mercia threecounties localgovernment westofengland tewkesbury councils identity Gloucestershire council leaders are urging that the possibility of joining a Three Counties or Mercia combined authority remains on the discussion table amid ongoing local government reorganisation. With powers set to be … Read More
Growing Debate Over the Creation of a 'Greater Gloucester' Unitary Authority Tuesday, April 7, 2026 gloucester unitary localgovernment gloucestershire reorganisation councils greatergloucester norfolk ipswich cheltenham The recent moves by the UK Government to reorganise local councils have sparked renewed debate about the potential creation of a ‘Greater Gloucester’ unitary authority. Across England, ministers are dismantling … Read More
Gloucestershire Airport: Councils Respond to Sale Collapse, Focus on Supporting Aviation Businesses Saturday, March 21, 2026 gloucestershire airport councils sale aviation business finance governance economy accountability Gloucestershire Airport’s future remains uncertain following the collapse of its proposed sale, raising concerns about financial transparency and operational stability. The 375-acre Staverton site, jointly owned by Cheltenham … Read More
Gloucestershire Airport Sale Collapse Spurs Councils to Prioritize Business Support and Financial Stability Saturday, March 21, 2026 gloucestershire airport councils aviation sale finance businesses economy governance accountability Councils in Gloucestershire are facing mounting scrutiny following the failed sale of Gloucestershire Airport, as they shift focus to supporting the airport’s businesses and addressing ongoing financial challenges. Last week, … Read More
Gloucestershire Airport Sale Collapses Amid Negotiation Breakdown Thursday, March 12, 2026 gloucestershire airport sale negotiations horizon councils cheltenham gloucester aviation stakeholders The planned sale of Gloucestershire Airport has fallen through after protracted negotiations between Cheltenham Borough Council, Gloucester City Council, and the preferred buyer, Horizon Aero Group. Despite initial agreement … Read More