First Black Mayor of Gloucester Elected in 798-Year History Thursday, May 21, 2026 gloucester mayor adriangraham diversity community independent councillor history charity leadership Adrian Graham, a 39-year-old Independent Councillor, has made history as Gloucester’s first black mayor since the role was established 798 years ago. Representing Matson, Robinswood, and White City, Graham becomes the city’s … Read More
Labour Faces Deep Divisions in South West Over Starmer’s Leadership Tuesday, May 12, 2026 labour starmer leadership southwest mps elections divisions politics fairness government The Labour Party is grappling with internal divisions in the South West as MPs voice contrasting views on Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s leadership. Despite mounting pressure from nearly 80 of Labour’s 403 MPs demanding … Read More
Gloucester MP Alex McIntyre Supports Calls for Prime Minister Keir Starmer's Resignation Tuesday, May 12, 2026 labour leadership keirstarmer alexmcintyre resignation politics gloucester mandelson accountability elections Gloucester’s Member of Parliament, Alex McIntyre, has joined over 70 Labour MPs in calling for Prime Minister Keir Starmer to resign or set a clear timetable for stepping down. In a statement issued on May 11, McIntyre … Read More
Cheltenham Town to Appoint James Watts as New Managing Director Friday, May 8, 2026 cheltenham jameswatts managingdirector swindontown leaguetwo commercialoperations football leadership expansion whaddonroad sport Cheltenham Town is set to welcome James Watts as their new managing director in a strategic move aimed at driving the club’s growth. Watts will be joining from League Two rivals Swindon Town, where he currently serves … Read More
Calls Mount Over Empty Council Homes Amid Rising Homelessness in Gloucester Tuesday, May 5, 2026 gloucester council housing refurbishment homelessness temporaryaccommodation costs security vulnerable leadership Growing concerns have been raised about vacant council homes in Gloucester, intended to provide shelter for vulnerable individuals, with opposition councillors discovering one property left unsecured. Conservative councillors … Read More
Calls for Action Over Empty Council Homes for Vulnerable People Amid Increase in Tent Dwellings Across Gloucester Tuesday, May 5, 2026 gloucester council housing homelessness refurbishment vulnerable accommodation costs leadership temporary Serious concerns have been raised about empty homes owned by Gloucester City Council that were originally intended to house vulnerable individuals. Opposition Conservative councillors recently discovered one of these … Read More