News - January 2016
Newsroom January 2016
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Bus changes protect V route, increase journeys and bus size
Gloucestershire County Council's cabinet will discuss changes to local bus services in Cheltenham and Tewkesbury as part of a bid to make £75million savings over the next three years.
- 28.01.2016
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Magistrates pass sentence on trader who preyed on vulnerable Gloucestershire resident
The case against a trader who targeted an elderly Gloucestershire resident was heard by Cheltenham Magistrates on Monday 25th January 2016.
- 27.01.2016
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Consultation supports changes to Cirencester and Painswick fire stations
Recommendations by Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service (GFRS) will be considered at the next cabinet meeting on Wednesday 3rd February.
- 26.01.2016
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Cabinet to discuss affordable local transport
With the council required to find £75million savings over the next three years, local transport services need to be affordable and prioritise people who depend on it most.
- 26.01.2016
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County backs more money for vulnerable people
Gloucestershire County Council should increase council tax to raise more money for vulnerable people. That's the majority view of those who took part in the recent budget consultation.
- 26.01.2016
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Lakers School committed to making improvements under new head
Lakers School is taking immediate action to accelerate pupil progress and drive up the quality of teaching
- 21.01.2016
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Carers recognised for helping teenager make the grades
Foster carers, Donna and Adam of Evesham are being recognised for their dedication and commitment to a teenager in their care who is now studying for her A levels.
- 21.01.2016
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New funding available to help build stronger communities
Gloucestershire County Council has launched a new 'Community Chest Fund' and is now inviting applications for grants.
- 20.01.2016
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Have your say on proposals to improve support for vulnerable families
Gloucestershire County Council is asking local people for their views on proposed changes to services for vulnerable families with young children.
- 19.01.2016
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County bands to play iconic music from silver screen
Over 80 musicians from Gloucestershire are set to entertain families with music from some iconic films.
- 18.01.2016
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Got the base? Try your hand at new local music sessions
Two new music sessions in Coleford and Tetbury are being launched for young people to try their hand at music technology or being part of a band.
- 18.01.2016
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Disease control breaches cost local livestock haulier £15,000
Gilders Transport Ltd, of Marlborough Cottage, Gretton Field were at Cheltenham Magistrates court on Wednesday 6th January to answer to nine offences relating to the handling of animal by products.
- 15.01.2016
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Work starts to reduce the queues at Hempsted household recycling centre
The recycling centre will close temporarily from 29th January to 5th February while the access road is improved.
- 15.01.2016
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Rare bird seen at Gloucester's Horsbere Reserve
Sightings of a very rare bird has bird watchers excited after being spotted at a new city council reserve.
- 14.01.2016
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Primary school placement deadline
There is still time for parents to apply for a primary school place online or by returning their form by 15th January, 2016
- 12.01.2016
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Could you make the switch and save?
Gloucestershire County Council is encouraging people to sign up in the next round of the Big Community Switch and save money on their energy bills.
- 11.01.2016
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Make a New Year's resolution to drive safe on country roads
As temperatures drop and weather worsens, staying safe on the county's country roads is even more important at this time of year.
- 04.01.2016
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Motorists thanked in advance for their patience during Benhall survey
Gloucestershire County Council will carry out survey work this month for the proposed A40 Benhall bus lane scheme.
- 04.01.2016