Calls for Gloucestershire Councillor's Standards Hearing to Be Held Transparently Monday, September 29, 2025 gloucestershire councillor standards hearing transparency public accountability governance ethics localgovernment There are growing calls for a Gloucestershire councillor’s standards hearing to be conducted openly rather than behind closed doors. Local residents and transparency advocates insist that allowing public access to the … Read More
City Lib Dem Chief Jeremy Hilton Retains Top Role as Time Runs Out on No Confidence Vote Friday, September 19, 2025 jeremyhilton libdems localpolitics noconfidence councilmeeting leadership citycouncil politicaldebate agenda governance Jeremy Hilton, the leader of the City Liberal Democrats, has retained his position as the opportunity for a no-confidence vote expired. During a prolonged council meeting that lasted over four hours, councillors were unable …
Cyber Attack at Gloucester City Council Linked to £1.5 Million Overspend and Risk of Bankruptcy Wednesday, September 3, 2025 cyberattack gloucester council finances overspend bankruptcy cybersecurity political risk governance Gloucester City Council is facing serious financial challenges after a recent cyber attack contributed to an overspend of £1.5 million, raising fears of potential bankruptcy. Political leaders have publicly voiced their … Read More
City Lib Dem Chief Jeremy Hilton Faces Possible Ouster Amid Leadership Disputes Friday, August 15, 2025 jeremyhilton liberaldemocrats leadership politics citycouncil partyconflict autocratic councillor governance localpolitics Jeremy Hilton, leader of the City Liberal Democrats, is reportedly facing challenges to his position amid concerns over his leadership style, which some critics have labeled as ‘autocratic.’ Despite the growing … Read More
Widespread Vacancies in Gloucestershire’s Parish and Town Councils Raise Concerns Wednesday, August 13, 2025 gloucestershire vacancies parishcouncils towncouncils localgovernment community governance reorganization councils leadership Gloucestershire is currently facing a significant challenge with hundreds of vacancies across its parish and town councils. These councils play a vital role in representing local communities, managing local services, and … Read More
How British Overseas Territories Work – And How You Can Visit or Live There Tuesday, June 17, 2025 british overseas territories travel residency governance tax tourism workpermits finance The British Overseas Territories (BOTs) are a fascinating network of 14 territories scattered across the globe, each with its own distinct identity yet united by their constitutional ties to the United Kingdom. Ranging from … Read More