Hospital Staff Demand Meeting with CEO as Third Strike Looms Over Pay Dispute Monday, June 9, 2025 phlebotomy paydispute strike gloucestershire nhs unison kevinmcnamara healthcare labor staffrights Striking phlebotomists at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are urging chief executive Kevin McNamara to engage directly and resolve their ongoing pay dispute. Despite initiating contact with Mr. McNamara last … Read More
Cyclist Threatened at Knifepoint as Distinctive Yellow E-Bike Stolen on Stroud Canal Path Monday, June 9, 2025 robbery e-bike stroud police canal assault theft gloucestershire search cctv A man cycling along the canal path near Stroud Brewery, close to Brimscombe, was robbed at knifepoint on the evening of Friday, June 6. Just before 8:15 PM, two men approached the cyclist and threatened him with a knife … Read More
Gloucestershire Pub of the Year: Help Us Find the County’s Best Monday, June 9, 2025 gloucestershire pub nomination community beer living ale local award entertainment British pubs are more than just places to grab a pint—they are the heart and soul of our communities. They offer a space where we can laugh, sing, share stories, and create memories that last a lifetime. Gloucestershire’s … Read More
Free School Meals Expansion to Benefit Thousands of Families Across Gloucestershire Monday, June 9, 2025 freeschoolmeals childpoverty universalcredit gloucestershire education families keirstarmer costofliving schoolchildren government From September 2026, over half a million additional children in England will become eligible for free school meals following a significant expansion of eligibility rules. This change will benefit thousands of families across … Read More
Youngest Omaze Winner Sells £3 Million Mansion at a Loss to Stay Closer to Home Monday, June 9, 2025 omaze winner property realestate gloucestershire homes sale mansion lifestyle finance Lauren Keene, the youngest-ever winner of a multi-million-pound Omaze prize draw, stunned the public in December 2022 by winning a £3 million mansion on the Wirral Peninsula, alongside a £250,000 cash prize. At just 24, this … Read More
Fantastic Big Cats and Where to Find Them in Gloucestershire Sunday, June 8, 2025 bigcats gloucestershire wildlife sightings leopards pumas lynx conservation tracking nature Reports of big cat sightings across the UK are surprisingly frequent, with over 15 incidents recorded each week. Enthusiasts and witnesses occasionally capture photos or videos of these elusive creatures roaming the … Read More