Gloucestershire Eyes Economic Boost by Joining West of England Combined Authority Wednesday, March 18, 2026 gloucestershire bristol weca devolution localgovernment unitaryauthority economy transport politics regionaldevelopment Leaders in Gloucestershire are optimistic about tapping into the economic opportunities of Bristol by joining the West of England Combined Authority (WECA). On March 18, Gloucestershire County Council expressed its desire to … Read More
Thousands of Motorists Fined in Gloucester City Council Car Parks, Raising Over £110,000 Wednesday, March 18, 2026 gloucester parking fines council carparks revenue citycentre economy charges motorists Motorists in Gloucester have been hit with more than £110,000 in parking fines issued within council-owned car parks during the current financial year. A total of 2,750 fines have been issued so far, generating £110,348 in … Read More
Thousands of motorists face parking fines as Gloucester City Council cracks down on car park violations Wednesday, March 18, 2026 gloucester parking fines citycouncil carparks economy charges enforcement nighteconomy policies Motorists in Gloucester have been hit with more than £110,000 in parking fines issued across council-owned car parks during the current financial year. So far, 2,750 penalties have been handed out, generating a total income … Read More
Gloucestershire Airport Sale Collapse Raises Concerns Over Council's Financial Future Friday, March 13, 2026 gloucestershire airport sale council bailout finance economy transparency publicservices investment The collapse of the Gloucestershire Airport sale has cast serious doubt over the City Council’s financial recovery plan, questioning how it will manage its bailout loan and future public services. For more than eight months, … Read More
Gloucester Businesses Voice Concern Over Long-Term Effects of Budget Tuesday, December 9, 2025 gloucester budget chamberofcommerce business wages recruitment priceinflation economy mp finance Local businesses in Gloucester are expressing unease about the long-term consequences of the Chancellor’s recent economic plans, fearing that increased wage bills could hinder recruitment efforts or force price … Read More
Overtourism Hurting Both Visitors and Locals: The Struggles of the Cotswolds' ‘Jewel’ Sunday, November 30, 2025 overtourism cotswolds tourism visitors locals environment economy community sustainability travel The Cotswolds, often hailed as England’s picturesque “jewel,” is facing a growing problem that’s affecting both visitors and residents alike: overtourism. Once a tranquil escape dotted with quaint villages and rolling hills, … Read More