Calls for 'Reality Check' Over More Expensive Plan to Split Gloucestershire Into Two Councils Wednesday, September 17, 2025 gloucestershire councils consultation community localgovernment costs administration reform decentralization publicparticipation 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 … Read More
'Tsunami of Disappointment' Feared as Nearly 150 Villages Eye 20mph Zones Tuesday, September 16, 2025 speedlimits villages funding road safety traffic 20mph localgovernment community infrastructure transport 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 … Read More
Council Leaders Contemplate Reaching Out to Virgin Media Founder Richard Branson Amid Frustration Over Cheltenham Work Delays Monday, September 15, 2025 cheltenham virginmedia richardbranson infrastructure delays council communications construction localgovernment frustration 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 … Read More
'People Pushed Into Overdrafts' by Council Tax Charge Error Sparks Calls for Chief's Resignation Monday, September 8, 2025 forestofdean counciltax overdrafts billingerror refunds localgovernment publicfinance financialstress accountability residents 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, … Read More
Man Ordered to Remove Facilities for Equestrian Business in Scenic Rural Area Friday, September 5, 2025 equestrian business rural zoning regulations facilities landuse countryside compliance localgovernment 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 … Read More
Cotswolds Expresses Deep Concerns Over Housing Targets Thursday, August 28, 2025 cotswolds housing planning council community development landuse concerns targets localgovernment 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 …