freemining on Gloucestershire Dailyhttps://gloucestershiredaily.co.uk/tags/freemining/Recent content in freemining on Gloucestershire DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usWed, 15 Apr 2026 11:11:55 +0000Forest of Dean UNESCO Biosphere Debate Frustrated as Council Meeting Cancelledhttps://gloucestershiredaily.co.uk/forest-of-dean-unesco-biosphere-debate-frustrated-as-council-meeting-cancelled/Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:11:55 +0000https://gloucestershiredaily.co.uk/forest-of-dean-unesco-biosphere-debate-frustrated-as-council-meeting-cancelled/Frustration is mounting in the Forest of Dean as a council meeting intended to discuss the area’s bid for UNESCO biosphere reserve status was abruptly cancelled. Opposition councillors had sought to debate the motion, highlighting concerns about the process and urging a pause for wider public consultation. The Forest of Dean District Council is actively pursuing UNESCO biosphere designation, which would grant the region international recognition for its exceptional natural environment.