We Visit the 'Best' M5 Service Station and Its Less Glamorous Neighbor: A Price and Experience Comparison Friday, April 3, 2026 gloucester michaelwood m5 services motorway food parking localproduce westmorland welcomebreak Even if you’re not a Gloucestershire local, you’ve likely heard of Gloucester Services Farmshop and Kitchen on the M5. Operated by the Westmorland Family group, this celebrated motorway stop just beyond Junction 12 draws … Read More
Anger Grows as Cheltenham Maternity Unit’s Temporary Closure Nears Four Years Friday, March 13, 2026 cheltenham maternity closure healthcare staffing safety nhs gloucestershire birth services As the fourth anniversary of the temporary closure of the maternity unit at Cheltenham General Hospital approaches, frustration and anger are mounting among local residents. The Aveta birth centre was shuttered in 2022 due to … Read More
Council Tax 2026: Gloucestershire’s Most Expensive Area Revealed Saturday, March 7, 2026 counciltax gloucestershire budget localgovernment taxincrease bandd services finance districtcouncil socialcare Households across Gloucestershire face rising council tax bills from April 2026, with the highest band D charge nearing £2,636. This increase follows the approval of Gloucestershire County Council’s £698 million revenue … Read More
Cheltenham’s Green Spaces Receive Funding Boost as Council Tax Rises Sunday, March 1, 2026 cheltenham budget counciltax greenspaces localgovernment finance services investment savings netzero Cheltenham residents will experience a nearly 3% rise in their council tax bills starting this April as Cheltenham Borough Council sets a £19.24 million budget for the upcoming financial year. This increase means households … Read More
Gloucester Council Approves Tax Increase Amid Financial Struggles Saturday, February 28, 2026 gloucester council tax hike budget recovery funding services governance finance Gloucester residents will see a rise in council tax payments starting this April, as councillors have approved a 2.99% increase despite ongoing financial challenges. The decision comes after the Government pledged a £15.5 … Read More
Have Your Say on Major Council Reorganization in Gloucestershire Tuesday, February 10, 2026 gloucestershire localgovernment unitary council reorganization consultation services democracy proposals planning The way services such as road repairs, social care, planning, and waste collection are managed in Gloucestershire is set to change dramatically in the coming years. Residents now have the opportunity to voice their opinions … Read More