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News - September 2016

Newsroom August 2016
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New skills booklet answers the question 'What's Next'?
The 'What's next?' booklet is now landing on the door steps of all year eight, nine, 10 and 11 students in Gloucestershire. The helpful leaflet provides information and guidance on what is next after their GCSEs.
- 30.09.2016
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e-Safety award for Gloucestershire Hospital Education Service
Gloucestershire County Council's Hospital Education Service has won a special award for protecting its pupils who use technology.
- 29.09.2016
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First phase of Elmbridge roundabout a success
The second phase of the Elmbridge Court roundabout improvements kicks off first thing Monday morning. Crews will focus on widening the approach lanes and the A40 Golden Valley exit.
- 29.09.2016
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New pavements for Newent town centre
Church Street in Newent town centre is to have new pavements from its junction with Broad Street to St Marys Church.
- 29.09.2016
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Flood risk reduction continues in Tewkesbury
Gloucestershire County Council, Tewkesbury Borough Council and the Environment Agency are continuing the flood alleviation work in Tewkesbury this month for a second phase of clearing and de-silting along water courses.
- 28.09.2016
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More funding for Cleeve School
Cleeve School will receive £5 million of investment to expand the school over the next three years.
- 28.09.2016
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Extra money for schools, roads and archives
Recommendations for extra money to be invested new school buildings, highways improvements and safeguarding our history were approved at cabinet today.
- 28.09.2016
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Takeaway owner sentenced for Fire Safety Offences
The owner of a Gloucester takeaway has been prosecuted for serious breaches of fire safety legislation.
- 28.09.2016
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We want to hear your views on the minerals local plan
The draft minerals local plan will be going to public consultation on September 29th and we want to hear your views.
- 26.09.2016
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Quality paving slabs return to High Street
Work begins today to replace temporary tarmac repairs on Cheltenham's High Street with the original quality paving.
- 26.09.2016
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Carers recognised for long standing dedication to fostering
Foster carers Judy and Steve Hutchinson from Hucclecote are being recognised by Gloucestershire County Council for their dedication to the young people in their care.
- 26.09.2016
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Warning about the risks of illegally imported dogs
The UK has seen a year on year increase in dogs being illegally brought in to the country, putting the health of other animals and the general public at risk.
- 23.09.2016
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Elmbridge update - improvements to county's busiest roundabout on track
The Elmbridge Court roundabout has almost completed its first stage. Tarmac for the new lane is being laid and the foundations for the subway are taking shape.
- 23.09.2016
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Gloucestershire libraries help job seekers in more ways than one
Gloucester Library is holding a job fair on Friday 30th September, and is inviting all job seekers to come along to speak to organisations and potentially find a new career.
- 23.09.2016
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Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service urge residents to check gas maintenance
This week sees the sixth annual gas safety week from 19th - 25th September 2016.
- 23.09.2016
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Shop owner convicted for selling illegal tobacco
A shop owner in Cheltenham who went to extreme measures to try and avoid being caught for selling illegal tobacco and cigarettes has been sentenced to a suspended 16 week prison sentence, given a curfew and ordered to pay costs over £1,000.
- 21.09.2016
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New ways to access drugs and alcohol support
From January next year, a new drugs and alcohol service will be launched in Gloucestershire.
- 20.09.2016
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Moat Primary School working hard to improve
The Matson based school is taking immediate action to improve pupil progress and drive up the quality of teaching.
- 20.09.2016
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Proposals show the future of A40 Over roundabout
Gloucestershire County Council is organising two events this week for residents and commuters to view and give their feedback on proposals for further improvements to the A40 Over roundabout.
- 19.09.2016
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New surface for A417 Ledbury Road in Bromsberrow
The improvement work will see 475 tonnes of new material put down to create a smoother road surface.
- 19.09.2016
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More access to digital technology
Local people are to benefit as Gloucestershire County Council gives its refurbished computers to community cafes and drop in hubs.
- 19.09.2016
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Gloucester to Maisemore cycle route set for repairs
Gloucestershire County Council has agreed to fund repair work on the Sustrans National Cycle Network Route 45.
- 16.09.2016
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Tewkesbury receives new sign to warn town speeders
Gloucestershire County Council has presented a new vehicle activated road sign to Tewkesbury Town Council so that speed can be managed in the town.
- 16.09.2016
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Ofsted praise for SEND services
An Ofsted report highlights Gloucestershire's achievements in delivering services to children and young people with SEND.
- 15.09.2016
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Quayside and Blackfriars regeneration proposals - Have your say!
Gloucestershire County Council and Gloucester City Council are to unveil further information about the proposed redevelopment of the Quayside and Blackfriars areas of the city, and they want to know what people think.
- 15.09.2016
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Every school should sign up for this road safety lesson says PCC
Students in Gloucestershire will soon have the chance to experience a serious road accident without actually being involved. The aim is to keep them safe on the road when they get behind the wheel.
- 15.09.2016
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Essential bridge work continues on the A38 at Berkeley
Phase one of the improvements are progressing well and the road will reopen to traffic on Friday 16th September.
- 15.09.2016
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Community meals monitoring agreed
At full council today (Wednesday) it was agreed that there should be additional scrutiny of the council's community meals provider.
- 14.09.2016
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Council unites against hate crime
Gloucestershire County Council has added its voice to councils around the UK rejecting hate crime following the EU referendum.
- 14.09.2016
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There's still chance to switch and save with the Big Community Switch
You can still register for The Big Community Switch scheme, supported by Gloucestershire County Council. Register by Monday 10th October to save money on your energy bills.
- 14.09.2016
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A38 Mythe Road set for improved surface
Work will begin on the popular road in Tewkesbury next week to improve the overall road surface and make it more durable.
- 14.09.2016
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National call for foster carers - can you help?
Across the UK, calls are being made for foster carers to help look after young asylum seekers, and Gloucestershire is now looking to do its part to help the national campaign.
- 14.09.2016
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Firefighters in the North Cotswolds responding to medical emergencies
Due to the 10-year success of co-responding in rural parts of the County, Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service (GFRS) has expanded the scheme to the North Cotswolds.
- 14.09.2016
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New game changing technology on the way to fill county potholes
Gloucestershire County Council is to trial a new way of producing asphalt, allowing highway gangs to work more flexibly with almost no wastage of materials at all.
- 12.09.2016
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Improvement in county's roads back on track
The county council is delivering positive results on Gloucestershire's roads.
- 12.09.2016
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New self harm support website opens
As part of the county council's continued efforts to reduce self harm and suicide in Gloucestershire, a new web site has been launched to support those most in need of help.
- 12.09.2016
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Is your child starting secondary school next September? Apply for your place now
If your child will be starting school in September 2017, you can now apply for a secondary school place.
- 12.09.2016
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Council supports flood scheme for more affordable insurance
Gloucestershire County Council is supporting a government scheme which will help owners with property at risk of flooding to buy insurance at reasonable and affordable prices.
- 12.09.2016
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Research commissioned into costs of crime commissioner assuming control of council-run fire and rescue services
Following a meeting this week, new research will be commissioned looking at the potential costs of transferring currently council-run fire and rescue services to the control of police and crime commissioners (PCCs).
- 08.09.2016
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County music service calls for advanced musicians
Gloucestershire Music is looking for the very best musicians, young and old, to get involved this September.
- 07.09.2016
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Olympic legend opens new school
The winter Olympian, Eddie "The Eagle" Edwards, will be landing at St. White's Primary School to cut the ribbon at the school's new £6,000,000 building
- 07.09.2016
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Up Hatherley Library gets digital makeover
One of the most loved and well used libraries in Gloucestershire is going to be getting new furniture and digital equipment over the next few months and is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join the library family to help increase the hours it serves the community.
- 07.09.2016
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County comes together for World Suicide Prevention Day 2016
Organisations from across Gloucestershire are joining others around the world to tackle the stigma around suicide for the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) and World Health Organisation (WHO) World Suicide Prevention Day 2016 on Saturday 10th September.
- 06.09.2016
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Fragrant, fresh and fridge powering...recycle your air freshener
Did you know that if each home in the UK recycled an air freshener can, we could save enough energy to run a fridge - in over 91,000 homes, for a whole year!
- 06.09.2016
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Firefighters save 58,000 chickens
On the morning of Saturday 3rd September Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service was called to a fire in a chicken shed in Badgeworth.
- 05.09.2016
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Parents can now apply online for free school meals
As families across Gloucestershire prepare for the start of the new term, the county council is encouraging people to apply online for free school meals.
- 05.09.2016
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Emergency roadworks on A48
Temporary traffic lights will be installed on the A48 for emergency work to be carried out.
- 02.09.2016
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Tributes paid to long serving Northleach fire officer
A long serving Northleach fire officer will be laid to rest with a full fire service funeral this Friday.
- 01.09.2016
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Plan your journeys around A38 closure
Motorists are being reminded that the A38 bridge near Berkeley will be closed next week while essential repairs are carried out.
- 01.09.2016