GCC September News

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Council would like your help to find tree planting projects

Gloucestershire County Council wants the help of the community to help achieve its ambition to plant one million trees by 2030, in creating a Greener Gloucestershire whilst increasing biodiversity.

https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/gloucestershire-county-council-news/news-september-2023/council-would-like-your-help-to-find-tree-planting-projects/

Find family friendly, accessible activities and information

The new Glosfamilies Directory and ‘Support for families with special educational needs SEND’ (Gloucestershire’s Local Offer) will help young people and families find information and support.

https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/gloucestershire-county-council-news/news-september-2023/find-family-friendly-accessible-activities-and-information/

Library initiatives recognised with awards shortlisting

Gloucestershire Libraries have been shortlisted for the annual 2023 Vaisey Awards, with several innovative projects put forward for the prestigious accolade.

https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/gloucestershire-county-council-news/news-september-2023/library-initiatives-recognised-with-awards-shortlisting/

 Communities set to benefit from second phase of Levelling Up

Gloucestershire County Council is set to invest almost £1.5 million more to continue its commitment to help level communities across the county.

https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/gloucestershire-county-council-news/news-september-2023/communities-set-to-benefit-from-second-phase-of-levelling-up/

A435 Charlton Hill safety improvements completed ahead of schedule

Safety improvements have been carried out on the A435 Charlton Hill and the road has been reopened to the public.

https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/gloucestershire-county-council-news/news-september-2023/a435-charlton-hill-safety-improvements-completed-ahead-of-schedule/

Sladewood Academy, a new special school, opens its doors

The primary special school in Stroud is ready to welcome its first pupils.

https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/gloucestershire-county-council-news/news-september-2023/sladewood-academy-a-new-special-school-opens-its-doors/

County Council highlighted for pioneering nature recovery initiatives

Gloucestershire County Council has been highlighted as a local authority that is pioneering nature recovery initiatives in a new report.

https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/gloucestershire-county-council-news/news-september-2023/county-council-highlighted-for-pioneering-nature-recovery-initiatives/

National fostering film ‘Any of us’ launched in Gloucestershire

Fostering services across the country have joined together to produce ‘Any of us’ a short film which launches on 26 September to raise awareness of the need for foster carers.

https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/gloucestershire-county-council-news/news-september-2023/national-fostering-film-any-of-us-launched-in-gloucestershire/

Call for carers to complete national survey

Gloucestershire County Council is inviting carers to take part in a national survey to find out more about the vital role they play.

https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/gloucestershire-county-council-news/news-september-2023/call-for-carers-to-complete-national-survey/

Cycle spine project shortlisted for awards

An ambitious project to create a 26-mile walking and cycling corridor across Gloucestershire has been shortlisted for several awards.

https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/gloucestershire-county-council-news/news-september-2023/cycle-spine-project-shortlisted-for-awards/

Awareness week to promote lifesaving messages to new parents

“Babies cry, you can cope!” is the message from the county council, NHS, police and partner organisations across Gloucestershire who have come together this September to promote lifesaving messages to parents.

https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/gloucestershire-county-council-news/news-september-2023/awareness-week-to-promote-lifesaving-messages-to-new-parents/

Families of Gloucestershire, say hello to healthy habits!

A free healthy lifestyle programme for children and families starts soon.

https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/gloucestershire-county-council-news/news-september-2023/families-of-gloucestershire-say-hello-to-healthy-habits/

Ukrainian refugee earns prestigious university place after being hosted in Gloucestershire

A Ukrainian refugee has earned a place at one of the UK’s most prestigious universities after being hosted by a Gloucestershire family.

https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/gloucestershire-county-council-news/news-september-2023/ukrainian-refugee-earns-prestigious-university-place-after-being-hosted-in-gloucestershire/