Row over ‘£17m black hole’ at Gloucestershire County Council Friday, December 12, 2025 gloucestershire council budget liberaldemocrats conservatives funding deficit highways fairerfunding politics A heated dispute has erupted at Gloucestershire County Council between the former Conservative leadership and the incoming Liberal Democrat administration concerning a claimed “£17 million black hole” in the … Read More
Gloucester’s Friendship Cafe to Close Amid Rising Costs and Funding Shortfall Wednesday, December 10, 2025 gloucester cafe community funding closure charity costs support chequersbridge friendshipcafe A beloved community hub in Gloucester is set to close its coffee shop in the coming weeks, leaving many locals saddened. The Friendship Cafe, located at Chequers Bridge Community Centre on Painswick Road, announced its … Read More
Gloucester’s Friendship Cafe to Close Amid Rising Costs and Funding Challenges Wednesday, December 10, 2025 gloucester cafe community closure funding costs charity chequersbridge friendship councillor The Friendship Cafe, a cherished community spot at Chequers Bridge Community Centre in Gloucester, has announced it will be closing its coffee shop in the coming weeks. The closure comes as a result of escalating operational … Read More
MP Condemns Gloucester City Council’s Financial Crisis Amid Calls for £17.5m Government Bailout Wednesday, December 3, 2025 gloucester council bankruptcy funding overspend cyberattack localgovernment recovery budget publicservices Gloucester MP Alex McIntyre has expressed deep concern and frustration over Gloucester City Council’s urgent request for up to £17.5 million in emergency government support to avoid a financial crisis. The Labour … Read More
Continued Funding for Zipper Buses Sparks Concern Over Rising Costs Sunday, October 26, 2025 zipper buses funding costs losses transit sustainability expenses criticism project The ongoing financial support for the Zipper bus service has drawn criticism amid concerns about escalating expenses. Despite promises of innovation and improved transit options, the fleet has yet to generate any profit, …
Pressure Increases on Prince Andrew Over His 30-Bedroom Windsor Mansion Tuesday, October 21, 2025 princeandrew windsor mansion taxpayer funding ukroyalfamily robertjenrick publicfunds royalestate controversy Pressure is intensifying on Prince Andrew regarding his sprawling Windsor mansion, which boasts an impressive 30 bedrooms. Shadow Justice Secretary Mr. Robert Jenrick has voiced strong concerns about the ongoing financial … Read More