Man Found Dead in Chalford House Fire Tragedy Tuesday, January 13, 2026 fire chalford tragedy stroud gloucestershire investigation emergency safety evacuation community Tragedy struck the Chalford community near Stroud when a house fire claimed the life of a man on Monday night, January 12. Emergency services were alerted at around 10:20 pm to a blaze on Cirencester Road. Firefighters and … Read More
M5 Motorway Fully Closed Near Gloucestershire Service Station After Serious Crash Tuesday, January 13, 2026 m5 gloucestershire motorway crash diversion emergency traffic accident closure servicestation A serious crash has led to the full closure of the M5 motorway near a service station in Gloucestershire. Emergency services are currently at the scene, managing the situation and assisting those involved. Drivers are advised … Read More
M5 Motorway to Remain Closed All Day After Serious Crash in Gloucestershire Tuesday, January 13, 2026 m5 gloucestershire crash motorway closure emergency police traffic nationalhighways accident The M5 motorway in Gloucestershire is set to remain closed throughout the day following a serious collision near Michaelwood Services. The closure affects both northbound and southbound lanes between junctions 14 and 13. The … Read More
Gloucestershire Driving Instructor Shares Simple Steering Tip to Avoid Potholes Tuesday, January 13, 2026 potholes driving instructor steering safety gloucestershire motoring repairs roads technique Potholes are a persistent headache for drivers, often resulting in costly repairs to tyres, suspension, and steering systems. According to the RAC, the average cost of pothole-related damage is around £320 per incident, with … Read More
Serious Crash Shuts Down M5 in Gloucestershire, Widespread Delays Expected Tuesday, January 13, 2026 m5 gloucestershire crash traffic closure accident delays emergency carriageway disruption A serious crash has forced the closure of the M5 motorway in Gloucestershire, causing significant disruption throughout the day. Eyewitnesses reported seeing people standing on the carriageway as traffic came to a standstill, …
City Councillors Criticize Justification for Steep Parking Permit Fee Increase Tuesday, January 13, 2026 parking permits fees council budget increase gloucestershire liberaldemocrats residents controversy Liberal Democrat proposals to increase residents' parking permit fees by almost 26% have drawn sharp criticism from city councillors, who accuse council leaders of offering insubstantial reasons to justify the steep hike. … Read More