Cheltenham residents have expressed growing concern about the increasing number of rough sleepers in the town, alongside alarming reports of public defecation. Community members fear that these issues could tarnish the town’s …
Gloucestershire councils have collectively spent more than £780,000 on non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), raising concerns about transparency and public accountability. Cheltenham Borough Council alone has signed 25 NDAs, …
A newly constructed car park in the Cotswolds, built at a cost of £500,000, is facing criticism as locals and officials observe it remains largely unused. Despite being touted as the town’s most affordable parking option, the …
Gloucestershire Council is facing a severe recruitment crisis that threatens the delivery of essential public services. Leaders warn that without enough skilled staff willing to work in local government, the community could …
Conservative Members of Parliament have criticized local council leaders for their dismissive attitude toward residents who display national flags. They argue that waving flags is a legitimate form of expressing pride and …
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 …
The proposed shake-up of Gloucestershire’s local councils has raised alarm over its financial impact, with recent estimates revealing a hefty price tag. The reorganisation aims to streamline governance but comes with …
A Reform UK councillor has come under scrutiny after making remarks deemed by some as racist. The comments have prompted a formal complaint lodged with both the political party and Gloucestershire County Council. The council …
Concerns are rising among Gloucester residents as the city council faces a £1.5 million budget overspend, prompting fears that vital services, including bin collections, could face cuts. While council officials acknowledge …
Local residents and community leaders in Gloucestershire are urging councillors to pause and reconsider a costly proposal to divide the county into two separate councils. Critics argue that the plan not only risks significant …
Nearly 150 villages have expressed interest in implementing 20mph speed zones to enhance road safety and reduce traffic-related incidents. However, this enthusiasm is met with growing apprehension about the availability of …
Council leaders in Cheltenham are contemplating sending a direct letter to Virgin Media founder Richard Branson, expressing their growing frustration over persistent delays in infrastructure work led by the company. Local …
Residents in the Forest of Dean district have been left struggling financially after a council tax billing error resulted in unexpected charges. Many affected individuals report being pushed into overdrafts due to the sudden, …
A man operating an equestrian business in a beautiful rural location has been informed that his facilities are not permitted under current local zoning laws. Authorities have told him that he may have to dismantle the …
The Cotswolds community has voiced serious concerns regarding the region’s proposed housing targets. The council leader emphasized that a recent letter addressing the issue “ignores the central point of our concerns,” …