Government Backs New Town Near Gloucestershire for 25,000 Homes Monday, September 29, 2025 brabazon housing gloucestershire newtown construction government development residents infrastructure community The ambitious new town of Brabazon, located near Gloucestershire, has received official backing from the Government to build up to 25,000 homes. This major development aims to address housing shortages and provide modern … Read More
Traffic Disruptions Downplayed by Roads Chief Amid Public Outcry Monday, September 15, 2025 traffic roadworks marketplace roundabouts ringroad disruption infrastructure residents businesses congestion The recent traffic disruptions, including the closure of the Market Place, excavation of key roundabouts, and the shutdown of the ring road, have left many residents and business owners expressing serious concerns. … Read More
I’ll Never Return to the Prettiest Cotswolds Village — One Thing Ruins It Friday, September 12, 2025 cotswolds village waterways flooding tourism stonebuildings residents charm venice england Nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds, this village is often hailed as the prettiest in the region. Its crystal-clear waterways wind gently through quaint streets lined with honey-colored stone cottages, earning it the … 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
Council Tax Payments Mistakenly Taken Twice from Thousands in Gloucestershire Monday, September 1, 2025 counciltax gloucestershire refund bankerror payments residents overcharge localcouncil finance errors Thousands of residents in Gloucestershire were mistakenly charged twice for their council tax payments due to a bank error. The local council has acknowledged the issue and assured affected individuals that the overpayments … Read More
Cheltenham 'Rat Run' Street Faces Worsening Parking Chaos as 12 New Flats Approved Thursday, August 28, 2025 cheltenham parking development housing flats traffic congestion residents infrastructure community Residents of a narrow Cheltenham street, already plagued by what they describe as a ‘rat run’ and severe parking difficulties, fear the situation will deteriorate following the approval of a new development. The … Read More