Gloucestershire Councillor Stuart Graham Quits Reform UK Group, Chooses Independent Status Tuesday, February 10, 2026 gloucestershire reformuk councillor independent politics forestofdean localgovernment resignation shirehall elections Stuart Graham, the Reform UK councillor representing Mitcheldean at Gloucestershire County Council and Cinderford East at the Forest of Dean District Council, has resigned from the Reform UK group to sit as an Independent. … Read More
Government Accused of Using 'Smoke and Mirrors' Over Drastic Cuts to Shire Hall Funding Saturday, December 27, 2025 funding cuts gloucestershire government shirehall localgovernment finance localfunding fairfunding mhclg The Government is facing strong criticism for implementing “extreme” funding cuts to Gloucestershire County Council, while allegedly relying on “smoke and mirrors” tactics to obscure the true extent of reductions. According … Read More
D-Day Nears for Gloucestershire’s Key Debate on Council Reorganisation Monday, November 3, 2025 gloucestershire localgovernment unitaryauthority councilreorganisation shirehall devolution greatergloucester elections countycouncil districtcouncils Next week, Gloucestershire County Council will host a pivotal debate at Shire Hall, focusing on two major proposals for reshaping local government across the county. In collaboration with the six district councils, … Read More
Gloucestershire Considers Upgrades to Bridleways Near Canal Thursday, October 9, 2025 gloucestershire bridleways whitminster canal shirehall pathways upgrades outdoor access community This week, Shire Hall held discussions on potential upgrades to bridleways located near the canal in Gloucestershire, specifically around the Whitminster area. Local authorities are exploring ways to enhance these pathways to … Read More
Migrant Protesters Confronted by Counter-Demonstrators in Gloucester Sunday, October 5, 2025 migrants protest gloucester demonstration police shirehall counterprotest tensions publicsafety migration Migrant protesters gathered outside Gloucester’s Shire Hall were met by a group of counter-demonstrators, leading to heightened tensions in the area. Police quickly positioned themselves between the two groups to prevent any …
Ex-Shire Hall Chiefs Honored as Aldermen in Gloucestershire Monday, July 21, 2025 gloucestershire aldermen council service recognition shirehall councillors honorary retirement dedication At a special gathering on July 17, Gloucestershire County Council paid tribute to 31 former councillors for their longstanding commitment and significant contributions to the region. Chairman Steve Robinson (L, Nailsworth) … Read More