Government Accused of Using ‘Smoke and Mirrors’ Amid ‘Extreme’ Cuts to Shire Hall Budget Saturday, December 27, 2025 gloucestershire funding cuts government council finance localgovernment fairfunding budget publicservices Gloucestershire County Council has sharply criticized the government over significant funding cuts, accusing it of using “smoke and mirrors” to obscure the real impact of the reductions. Officials say the recent Fair Funding … Read More
Government Accused of Using 'Smoke and Mirrors' Over Drastic Cuts to Shire Hall Funding Saturday, December 27, 2025 funding cuts gloucestershire government shirehall localgovernment finance localfunding fairfunding mhclg The Government is facing strong criticism for implementing “extreme” funding cuts to Gloucestershire County Council, while allegedly relying on “smoke and mirrors” tactics to obscure the true extent of reductions. According … Read More
Cheltenham Council Pledges No Service Cuts Despite £1.1m Budget Shortfall, Calls Government's Funding a 'Christmas Coal' Wednesday, December 24, 2025 cheltenham budget counciltax localgovernment fundingcuts publicconsultation services inflation austerity finance Cheltenham Borough Council has confirmed that no local services will be cut as it faces a £1.1 million budget gap for the coming year. However, council leaders have expressed frustration at ongoing reductions in government … Read More
Ex-Cheltenham Mayor Warns Council Is 'Sliding Into Crisis' Amid £564k Budget Overspend Sunday, December 21, 2025 cheltenham overspend budget council finance crisis greenparty climate publictrust localgovernment Cheltenham Borough Council is facing mounting financial challenges, with a projected budget overspend of £564,000 sparking fears of a looming crisis. Although council leaders remain confident in managing these difficulties, … Read More
62 Affordable Homes Approved in Evesham Despite Traffic Concerns Sunday, December 21, 2025 evesham affordablehousing traffic planning development highways concerns construction localgovernment environment Wychavon District Council has greenlit plans for 62 affordable homes on land south of Pershore Road in Evesham, sparking debate about the potential traffic impact on the area. Councillors voiced frustration, claiming they are … Read More
Cheltenham 2026 Elections May Be Delayed Amid Council Reorganisation Plans Saturday, December 20, 2025 cheltenham elections reorganisation localgovernment unitary council gloucestershire postponement taxpayers democracy Cheltenham Borough Council’s scheduled elections for 2026 could be postponed due to ongoing local government restructuring in Gloucestershire. The Government is aiming to replace the current two-tier system—which includes … Read More