Care workers in Gloucestershire who support patients regaining independence after hospital stays are contemplating strike action in response to plans transferring their roles to a private provider. These reablement workers …
Gloucestershire’s reablement care workers are considering strike action amid plans to transfer their roles to a private provider. These workers, who play a crucial role in helping individuals regain independence after …
Concerns have emerged over the significant cost of securing the now-closed Great Western Court care facility in Gloucester. The short-term reablement unit, located on Millbrook Street, has been empty since its closure in …
Concerns have emerged regarding the significant expense of securing the recently closed Great Western Court care facility in Gloucester, which could reach £520,000 annually while the building remains empty. Gloucestershire …
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 …
Starting April 2026, residents of Gloucestershire will face higher council tax bills, on-street parking fees, and residential permit charges following the approval of the county council’s budget for the 2026/27 financial …
Gloucestershire residents face higher council tax bills and increased charges for on-street parking and residential permits starting in April, following the approval of the county council’s budget for the 2026/27 financial …
Gloucestershire residents are facing a rise in council tax and residential parking permit fees starting April, as Gloucestershire County Council unveils its budget proposals for the 2026/27 financial year. The Liberal …
Gloucestershire residents are facing increased council tax and higher charges for residential parking permits starting this April. On January 28, Gloucestershire County Council unveiled its budget proposals for the 2026/27 …
Gloucestershire County Council will allocate an extra £15 million towards repairing and resurfacing roads across the county next year, according to the Liberal Democrat-led administration’s latest budget plans. The council …
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has officially announced an increase in the payment rates for Personal Independence Payment (PIP). This adjustment aims to provide additional financial support to individuals who …
Martin, a homeless army veteran, found shelter in the woodlands near Gloucester, living a life far removed from the comforts many take for granted. Despite facing the harsh realities of homelessness, Martin’s resilience and …
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 …
The Gloucestershire watchdog has joined over 130 organizations nationwide in opposing the Government’s proposal to eliminate health and social care champions. These champions play a critical role in providing independent …
After a period of significant and determined effort, the county’s children’s services have been rated as good by Ofsted. This recognition comes as a result of “turbocharged” improvements made over an extended timeframe. Staff …