Candidates Vie for Votes in Shire Hall By-Election Wednesday, April 29, 2026 byelection cheltenham council localpolitics candidates gloucestershire community campaigns services voting Next week, voters in Cheltenham will cast their ballots in a by-election to elect a new county councillor for the St Mark’s and St Peter’s division. The election, scheduled for May 7, was called after the resignation of … Read More
Gloucestershire County Council Launches £3.4m AI-Driven Overhaul to Tackle Rising Costs Monday, April 20, 2026 ai gloucestershire council transformation efficiency spending savings localgovernment digital services Gloucestershire County Council is embarking on a bold £3.4 million transformation, integrating artificial intelligence and digital tools to modernize services and tighten financial discipline. The Stronger Futures programme … Read More
Gloucestershire Council Launches £3.4m AI-Driven Overhaul to Curb Costs and Enhance Services Monday, April 20, 2026 gloucestershire ai council overhaul spending modernisation efficiency localgovernment services technology Gloucestershire County Council is embarking on an ambitious £3.4 million initiative named the Stronger Futures programme, designed to modernise the council’s operations using artificial intelligence and digital tools. The … Read More
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