A major waste removal operation at an illegal dumping site in Gloucester has been temporarily halted following the discovery of asbestos among the dumped materials. Gloucester City Council initiated a multi-agency effort on …
In Fairford, Gloucestershire, residents were left both amused and perplexed after a utility company repainted the word “KEEP” in bright yellow block letters on a road outside the long-closed Coln House School on Horcott Road. …
Residents of Fairford in the Cotswolds were left amused—and frustrated—after the word ‘KEEP’ was freshly painted in bold yellow letters on the road outside the long-closed Coln House School on Horcott Road. The partial …
Gloucestershire County Council is considering introducing new charges for household DIY waste at its recycling centres, sparking a potential shift in how residents dispose of construction and renovation debris. Currently, …
As temperatures soar to 30°C starting Monday, Cheltenham has moved bin collection times earlier to help crews and vehicles cope with the heat. Collection rounds will now begin at 6 a.m. instead of the usual 7 a.m. This …
Residents in Gloucester are growing increasingly worried about missed bin collections, especially during the recent heatwave, which has heightened fears over vermin infestations and maggot outbreaks. In neighborhoods like …
Concerns about vermin and maggot infestations are growing in Gloucester following multiple missed bin collections, especially during the recent heatwave. City councillors have reported that residents in Barton and Tredworth …
In the 1950s, the British government seriously considered storing nuclear waste in disused coal mines in Gloucestershire. Following the initial stages of the UK’s atomic energy and weapons program, plans were approved to dump …
Tewkesbury Borough Council in Gloucestershire is exploring new measures to address the ongoing issue of wheelie bins being left on streets after collection, a problem residents say mars the historic town’s appearance. While …
Tewkesbury Borough Council in Gloucestershire is considering new measures to address an ongoing issue with wheelie bins being left out after collection, a problem described as “blighting” the medieval town. Proposed changes …
Gloucester City Council is grappling with a severe funding crisis that has raised fears streets could soon be marred by piles of uncollected rubbish. The council urgently requires a Government bailout loan estimated between …
One of the biggest questions during the festive season is: when will my bins be collected? For residents served by Cheltenham Borough Council, the waste and recycling collection schedule for Christmas and New Year has now …
A tiny tortoiseshell kitten experienced a remarkable rescue after being discovered hiding within the Gloucestershire Energy from Waste Facility. The discovery sparked a thoughtful and creative rescue operation by the plant’s …
Avocados are a beloved fruit, but they often end up discarded after just a few hours due to rapid browning once sliced. This common issue contributes to significant food waste in UK households each year. Fortunately, a food …
Food storage containers are essential for cutting down waste, storing leftovers, and keeping fruits and vegetables fresh. They come in many shapes and sizes, but plastic containers with snap-on lids are among the most common …