School Taxi Contracts Accused of ‘Ripping Off’ County Friday, October 31, 2025 school taxi contracts county council overcharging budget transportation services accountability sport Concerns have been raised over school taxi contracts, with accusations that companies have been overcharging and exploiting the county council for years. Critics argue that these service providers have enjoyed favorable terms … Read More
D-Day Looming for Six Gloucestershire Councils Facing Abolition – What’s at Stake? Tuesday, October 21, 2025 gloucestershire localgovernment reform councils abolition governance restructuring community services administration Gloucestershire is on the brink of a significant local government reorganization that could see six councils abolished. This transformative change aims to streamline governance, enhance service delivery, and reduce costs. But … Read More
Cotswold Hospital 'Downgrade' Sparks Outcry as Patients Face Longer Travels and Wait Times Friday, October 10, 2025 cotswold hospital healthcare services patients travel waiting community downgrade access The announcement of service changes at Cotswold Hospital has been met with strong criticism from patients and local healthcare advocates. Many argue that what officials call “upgrades” are, in reality, a downgrade … Read More
Concerns Raised Over Grass Cutting Costs Being Passed to Towns, Risking Inconsistent Service Monday, October 6, 2025 grasscutting maintenance towns villages costs publicspaces community landscaping services funding Local communities are expressing anxiety that the expenses of grass cutting may soon be transferred to towns and villages, potentially resulting in uneven and patchy maintenance services. Residents argue that well-maintained … Read More
Millions to Be Invested in Consultants to Transform Adult Social Care in County Thursday, September 25, 2025 consultants socialcare adultcare healthcare county council reform demand services transformation The county council is set to invest millions in consultancy services aimed at overhauling the adult social care system. Faced with mounting pressures from an increasing number of service users, local authorities recognize … Read More
Fears Mount Over Potential Cuts to Gloucester Bin Collections Amid £1.5m Council Overspend Monday, September 22, 2025 gloucester council budget overspend bincollections services cuts localgovernment finance community Concerns are rising among Gloucester residents as the city council faces a £1.5 million budget overspend, prompting fears that vital services, including bin collections, could face cuts. While council officials acknowledge … Read More