‘Deprivation Doughnut’ Concerns Arise Over New Towns Plan in Forest of Dean Thursday, November 6, 2025 forestofdean housing development newtowns deprivation localplan westgloucestershire community commuters rural Local leaders and residents are voicing strong concerns over plans to build two new towns in West Gloucestershire, warning that the development could create a “doughnut of deprivation” in the Forest of Dean. The … Read More
12 Reasons Gloucester City Council’s Vision Promises a Better Gloucestershire Thursday, November 6, 2025 gloucester localgovernment reorganisation unitary urban rural council services governance gloucestershire Gloucester City Council announced on Thursday, November 6, its ambitious proposal for local government reorganisation, titled the Greater Gloucester/wider Gloucestershire plan. This marks a significant step toward reshaping … Read More
Hare Coursing Suspects Flee, Abandon Car as Police Arrive Friday, October 31, 2025 harecoursing police seizure wildlife illegal hunting crime vehicle lawenforcement rural Local police made a significant breakthrough in their ongoing crackdown on hare coursing when suspects abandoned their vehicle upon noticing officers approaching. This incident marks the third vehicle connected to hare …
BBC Countryfile's Adam Henson Opens Up About His Future on the Show Thursday, October 30, 2025 countryfile adamhenson bbc farming television presenter countryside rural agriculture broadcasting Adam Henson, the beloved presenter of BBC’s Countryfile, has spoken candidly about his uncertain future with the show. Known for his deep connection to the countryside, Henson made a heartfelt admission that if the BBC … Read More
Cotswold Leaders Warn New Housing Targets Threaten Local Communities Wednesday, October 29, 2025 cotswolds housing development localgovernment communities planning infrastructure rural government realistictargets Leaders in the Cotswolds have voiced strong concerns over the government’s new housing targets, describing them as “totally unrealistic” and warning they could severely impact the character and vitality of local … Read More
BBC Countryfile Star Opens Up About Cancer Battle and Suicidal Thoughts Over Farm Future Sunday, October 26, 2025 countryfile farming cancer mentalhealth suicide farmer mentalwellbeing rural struggle agriculture A beloved star from BBC’s Countryfile has moved fans to tears by revealing the emotional turmoil he has endured while battling cancer. The farmer, known for his dedication to agriculture and the countryside, opened up about … Read More