Bank Branch Closures Severing Lifeline Services Across South Gloucestershire Sunday, December 28, 2025 banking closures southgloucestershire postoffice bankinghubs council finance community accessibility services Across South Gloucestershire, the extensive closure of bank branches is cutting off vital services for many residents, sparking concern among Conservative councillors. Communities, from bustling suburbs to remote villages, … Read More
Cheltenham Council Vows No Service Cuts Despite £1.1m Budget Shortfall, Criticizes Government Funding Wednesday, December 24, 2025 cheltenham council budget tax funding austerity services government inflation consultation Cheltenham Borough Council has assured residents that no local services will be cut despite facing a £1.17 million budget gap for the coming year. During a meeting held on December 23, council finance chief Peter Jeffries … Read More
Cheltenham Council Pledges No Service Cuts Despite £1.1m Budget Shortfall, Calls Government's Funding a 'Christmas Coal' Wednesday, December 24, 2025 cheltenham budget counciltax localgovernment fundingcuts publicconsultation services inflation austerity finance Cheltenham Borough Council has confirmed that no local services will be cut as it faces a £1.1 million budget gap for the coming year. However, council leaders have expressed frustration at ongoing reductions in government … Read More
Visitor to Gloucester's Award-Winning Service Station Calls It 'Rather Pricey' Sunday, December 14, 2025 gloucester m5 services motorway food local artisan price travel review Gloucester Services, located on the M5 between junctions 11A and 12, has once again been named the UK’s top motorway service station following a detailed consumer survey by Which?. Known for its family-run ethos, … Read More
Visitor Finds Gloucester's Award-Winning M5 Service Station 'Rather Pricey' Sunday, December 14, 2025 gloucester m5 services motorway food prices local artisan travel review Gloucester Services, located between junctions 11A and 12 on the busy M5 motorway, is celebrated as the best motorway service station in the UK, thanks to its commitment to local produce, eco-friendly buildings, and a … Read More
County Council Proposes Tax and Parking Fee Increases in New Budget Survey Sunday, December 7, 2025 budget tax parking gloucestershire council fees infrastructure permits counciltax services Residents of Gloucestershire are once again bracing for increased taxes and parking fees as Gloucestershire County Council unveils its budget proposals for the next financial year. The council has launched a public … Read More