MP Opposes Controversial Plan for Massive New Housing Developments on A417 and A40 Thursday, April 2, 2026 housing development forestofdean infrastructure localplan mpopposition gloucestershire community affordablehousing planning Forest of Dean MP Matt Bishop has firmly opposed proposed plans to build two new towns totaling over 5,500 homes in Gloucestershire. The developments, aimed at meeting a substantial housing target of 13,200 homes, would see … Read More
Councillor’s Bullying Investigation Costs Taxpayers Over £62,000, Prompting Concern Tuesday, March 31, 2026 bullying investigation councillor forestofdean governance conflict conduct costs timeline training Serious concerns have been raised over the handling of a bullying complaint against Forest of Dean District Councillor Philip Burford, after the investigation cost taxpayers more than £62,000. Councillors recently reviewed … Read More
Councillor Bullying Probe Costs Taxpayers £62,000, Raising Serious Process Concerns Tuesday, March 31, 2026 bullying councillor investigation forestofdean governance conflict costs codeofconduct process accountability The Forest of Dean District Council is facing scrutiny after a costly investigation into allegations of councillor bullying racked up a bill exceeding £62,000 to taxpayers. The complex and protracted case involved Independent … Read More
Body Discovered in Search for Missing Forest of Dean Man Monday, March 30, 2026 forestofdean missingperson searchandrescue severnarearescueassociation gloucestershirepolice milkwall coleford tragedy volunteer coroner Tragedy has struck the Forest of Dean community as the search for missing 77-year-old Graham has come to a sorrowful conclusion. After weeks of widespread efforts, the Severn Area Rescue Association (SARA), a dedicated … Read More
Urgent Search Underway for Missing Man Near Lydney Harbour Sunday, March 29, 2026 missing search lydney harbour police forestofdean helicopter rescue gloucestershire incident Authorities are conducting an urgent search for Gavin, a 40-year-old man from the Forest of Dean, who has been missing since Saturday morning. Gavin was last seen at his home in Lydney around 6 a.m. and has not made contact … Read More
Magical Forest of Dean Named Among UK’s Most Beautiful Places for 2026 Saturday, March 21, 2026 forestofdean tolkien puzzlewood uktravel big7travel scenery nature england landmarks beauty The Forest of Dean’s timeless charm and mystical atmosphere have earned it a well-deserved place among the UK’s most beautiful destinations for 2026. Celebrated for its unique “old world” enchantment, this ancient … Read More