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Thought-provoking anti-violence monument to visit Gloucester in new year
A thought-provoking monument which aims to inspire social change will visit Gloucester Cathedral next February, as part of the UK National Youth Anti-Violence Tour and Programme.
- 21.12.2022
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Funding available for warm and welcoming spaces
Gloucester City Council is encouraging community groups to apply for funding to help them set up a Warm Space for those struggling with heating bills.
- 16.12.2022
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Matson scheme for affordable new homes and community food hub
Gloucester Councillors could give the green light at their cabinet meeting, to a ‘win win proposal’ that could see nine affordable new apartments being built and a new community food hub set up.
- 09.12.2022
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Fourteen local schemes to get share of UK prosperity fund
A new biodiverse nature park and a plastic-free refill shop are just two of the initiatives that will now get the go-ahead thanks to a £1.48 million government investment fund.
- 09.12.2022
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Inspiring Gloucester women come into focus in new exhibition
A new exhibition aims to highlight the inspiring women of Gloucester by celebrating everyone from a successful local business owner whose charity supports injured soldiers to an international rugby referee.
- 06.12.2022
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Community groups boosted by city council grants
Gloucester City Council showed its commitment to supporting the voluntary and community sector in 2021/22 with more than £27,000 in grants allocated.
- 06.12.2022
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Council backs Small Business Saturday in Gloucester
Christmas has come early for shoppers in Gloucester with the city council offering free parking to support local retailers as part of Small Business Saturday.
- 02.12.2022
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Council Tax support set to continue during tough times
Councillors are set to back plans to continue supporting council tax payers who need help with their council tax bill.
- 29.11.2022
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Gloucester’s festive Lantern Procession to become curiouser and curiouser
Gloucester's annual Lantern Procession and Christmas light switch on returns this year with the theme of Alice in Wonderland.
- 09.11.2022
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Gloucestershire awarded £2.9 million in government's Rough Sleeping Initiative
Gloucestershire councils have been awarded £2.9 million in the latest round of the government’s Rough Sleeping Initiative (RSI).
- 04.11.2022
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Gloucester Guildhall joins Arts Council’s National Portfolio
Gloucester Guildhall has been chosen to join the prestigious Arts Council England’s National Portfolio and is set to receive funding over three years.
- 04.11.2022
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City’s residents urged to have their say on council’s priorities
Residents are being asked to give their views on how Gloucester City Council should spend taxpayers’ money and to choose their priorities as the council sets its budget.
- 02.11.2022
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Crack down on fly-tipping and littering
More than 800 Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs) have been issued on behalf of Gloucester City Council this year, to crack down on environmental crime offences including fly-tipping and littering.
- 14.10.2022
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Postal voters urged to make their vote count
Postal voters in the Tuffley by-election are being urged to return their postal votes in good time ahead of strike action by Royal Mail staff.
- 04.10.2022
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Fresh new look for Gloucester Guildhall
To keep the city’s culture thriving, Gloucester’s Guildhall has been renovated and will reopen to the public tomorrow (Saturday, October 1).
- 30.09.2022
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Planning applications now available online
Planning applicants can now follow the progress of their planning applications online after a key part of the council’s online planning system was restored.
- 29.09.2022
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Share your views on our community engagement
Gloucester City Council is encouraging residents to have their say on the council’s draft community engagement strategy.
- 20.09.2022
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Gloucester residents invited to Proclamation of new Sovereign
The reign of His Majesty King Charles III will be proclaimed across Gloucester on Sunday 11 September and communities are invited to attend.
- 10.09.2022
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The death of Her Majesty The Queen
The Right Worshipful Mayor of Gloucester, Cllr Howard Hyman, and leader of the city council, Richard Cook, have expressed their great sadness following the announcement of the death of Her Majesty The Queen.
- 08.09.2022
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Applications now open for share of Gloucester’s £1.48 million prosperity fund
Gloucester City Council is inviting local organisations to apply for funding for projects which will help improve opportunities and quality of life for residents.
- 08.09.2022
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City set to celebrate Gloucester Day
The annual Gloucester Day is set to return next month to celebrate the city’s rich and interesting history with Their Royal Highnesses the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester among the special guests.
- 26.08.2022
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Green Flag success again for Gloucester’s parks
Gloucester City Council’s parks have again enjoyed Green Flag Award success with three of them receiving the accreditation.
- 24.08.2022
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Pop up ‘parklet’ signals greener direction for Westgate
Visitors to Gloucester are invited to take a moment to stop and enjoy the greenery at a new pop up ‘parklet’ on Westgate Street and give their views on the exciting new plans for the area.
- 16.08.2022
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Gloucester Register to Vote service restored and Postal Voters urged to reapply
The council’s register to vote service is available again following the cyber incident in December last year and all waiting applications have already been dealt with. The city’s postal voters are now being asked to reapply to ensure that they can continue to vote by post.
- 05.08.2022
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Gloucester City Council set to move in August
Gloucester City Council is relocating to new offices above the Eastgate Shopping Centre in a move to save money and bring the council into the heart of the city centre.
- 05.08.2022
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Council pays tribute after death of Cllr Colin Organ
Gloucester City Councillor Colin Organ has passed away at the age of 72 after losing his battle with cancer.
- 05.08.2022
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Gloucester reveals plans for new Greyfriars Quarter to Level Up city centre
Gloucester City Council has announced a bid for £12.5 million of Levelling Up Funding for an ambitious new scheme to transform the area around the Eastgate Shopping Centre into a vibrant new garden quarter.
- 03.08.2022
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Gloucester’s Luminarium to light up Kings Square
Gloucester City Council is delighted to announce the upcoming arrival of the immersive light experience, Arboria II, in Kings Square from August 12-21.
- 02.08.2022
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Renovation of Gloucester Guildhall now underway
To keep the city’s culture thriving, the Guildhall is being renovated by Gloucester City Council from Sunday 17 July.
- 13.07.2022
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Residents urged to apply for their £150 Energy Rebate
Residents who have not already received their £150 Energy Rebate can now apply for it online.
- 06.07.2022
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Gloucester BID Succeeds in Securing Second Term
Gloucester BID has been successful in securing a second term, with a ‘yes’ vote from businesses in the city. The second term will start on October 1 and will run for the next five years.
- 04.07.2022
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Queen's Baton route announced!
Gloucester is set to welcome the symbol of the Commonwealth Games, The Queen’s Baton, on Tuesday 5 July.
- 01.07.2022
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City Council takes steps to understand challenges for people with visual impairments
Representatives from Gloucester City Council joined the Gloucestershire Sight Loss Council on a tour of the city wearing simulation glasses to find out about the challenges faced by people with visual impairments navigating around Gloucester.
- 28.06.2022
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Gloucester Goes Retro Returns
Gloucester Goes Retro is back for 2022 and is taking place this year on Saturday 27 August, once again transporting Gloucester back in time.
- 28.06.2022
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Tourism Award Celebration for Visit Gloucester
Visit Gloucester are celebrating after winning an award at the prestigious Visit England Awards for Excellence 2022, which recognises the best of the country’s tourism industry.
- 27.06.2022
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Queen's Baton coming to Gloucester
Gloucester is set to welcome the symbol of the Commonwealth Games, The Queen’s Baton, on Tuesday 5 July.
- 23.06.2022
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City council now able to process house buyer’s searches again
Gloucester City Council is restarting processing Local Land Charge searches which house buyers often need to complete property purchases in the city.
- 14.06.2022
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Funding boost to support local communities – we want to hear from you!
Do you have a project or idea that could support your local community? Gloucester City Council is pleased to announce residents can now apply for funding from the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL).
- 14.06.2022
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Council appoints new Cabinet member for Communities and Neighbourhoods
Gloucester City Council has appointed Cllr Raymond Padilla to its Cabinet.
- 10.06.2022
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All change for accessible facilities in Gloucester
Gloucester is set to get two new Changing Places Toilets which are specially adapted for people with severe disabilities.
- 31.05.2022
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Supporting Gloucester Foodbank during the cost of living crisis
4,350 items of food will be donated to Gloucester Foodbank over the next 12 months to help them provide emergency food to those most in need.
- 30.05.2022
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Gloucester set to be a beacon for Jubilee Celebrations
Gloucester will join the thousands of towns and cities lighting a Beacon for The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee on Thursday, June 2.
- 27.05.2022
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Flying the Flag for Gloucester
Gloucester has once again taken home the coveted Purple Flag National safety award.
- 20.05.2022
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Council honours social housing advisor’s 45 years’ service
Ashley Green, former Chief Executive of Gloucester City Homes (GCH) has been recognised for his extraordinary length of service including his huge contribution to delivering affordable housing in the city.
- 16.05.2022
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Have your say on Gloucester’s blueprint
Residents are being asked for their feedback on Gloucester’s City Plan, the blueprint for development in the city.
- 13.05.2022
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‘Topping out’ event marks progress of Gloucester’s £107m digital quarter
A topping out ceremony has been held to mark a milestone in the creation of Gloucester’s £107m new digital quarter The Forum, which is being brought forward by Gloucester City Council in partnership with Reef Group.
- 09.05.2022
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Gloucester prepares to celebrate Queen’s Jubilee
Plans are well underway in Gloucester to celebrate the Queen’s Jubilee year with almost 4,500 trees joining the Queen’s canopy and the ancient tradition of sending a congratulatory pie to the palace set to return.
- 06.05.2022
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Nominations revealed for the new mayor and sheriff of Gloucester
Nominations have been announced for Gloucester’s new Mayor and for the new Sheriff of the city.
- 05.05.2022
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Gloucester residents receive £150 energy rebate
To help residents with the rising cost of living, Gloucester City Council have so far issued over 28,000 energy rebate payments of £150 to eligible council taxpayers.
- 03.05.2022
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Family fun day set to launch Kings Square
Visitors to Kings Square this Saturday (April 30) will be in for a jam-packed day of performances and free family entertainment.
- 25.04.2022
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Station Road taxi rank arrangements to be altered due to construction works
Gloucester’s city centre Station Road taxi rank, in front of Grosvenor House, is to be rearranged from 19 April 2022 to allow for construction of The Forum - Gloucester’s state-of-the-art £107m digital quarter. Taxi users can be reassured that services will continue to be offered from this location albeit accessed in a slightly different way.
- 19.04.2022
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Day of entertainment launches Kings Square
A day of spectacular entertainment, music and family activities is set to mark the opening of the new Kings Square following its £5 million transformation.
- 06.04.2022
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City Council Leader Calls on Government to Support Onshore Wind Energy
Gloucester City Council Leader and Cabinet Member for Environment, Councillor Richard Cook, has today written to the Secretary of State for Energy, Kwasi Kwarteng MP, calling on the Government to show full support for onshore wind and broader renewable energy in the Government’s forthcoming Energy Security Strategy.
- 01.04.2022
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Council honours dedication to the city
A founder of Gloucester Civic Trust and the Gloucester branch of the Royal British Legion have been honoured for their dedication to the city and its residents.
- 31.03.2022
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City Council Leader Welcomes VAT Support for Household Energy Efficiency and Generation
Gloucester City Council Leader, Councillor Richard Cook, today welcomed this week’s announcement that VAT will be removed from home energy-saving measures such as insulation, solar panels, and heat pumps.
- 25.03.2022
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Lighting and CCTV set to make park feel safer
Work is currently taking place to improve lighting around Gloucester Park to make it feel safer and more welcoming for all.
- 14.03.2022
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Museum to receive funding for upgrades and repairs
Museum of Gloucester has been awarded almost £400,000 to help carry out repairs and improvements to the Grade II listed building.
- 14.03.2022
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100 x 100 - New Initiative for International Women’s Day
A new initiative which aims to capture the images of 100 inspiring local women is being launched to mark International Women’s Day.
- 03.03.2022
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Postponed Windows Through Time goes ahead
A unique installation which was postponed due to the recent storms will launch this evening.
- 01.03.2022
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Illuminated Swim to make a splash at GL1 Leisure Centre
Swimmers are being offered a once in a lifetime experience to escape into a sensory world, wrapped in colourful light and soothing sounds as part of the Bright Nights Festival.
- 28.02.2022
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Work set to begin on phase two of The Forum
Work to allow preparations for the next phase of the Forum, Gloucester’s £107m digital quarter, are set to begin with the partial closure of Market Parade.
- 25.02.2022
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Sign up to receive Energy Bills Rebate direct
Gloucester City Council is advising residents to pay their Council Tax by direct debit, to make sure they receive the £150 Energy Bills Rebate as soon as possible.
- 23.02.2022
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Dean to be made Honorary Freeman for his dedication to Gloucester
The Very Reverend Stephen Lake, Dean of Gloucester, is to be made an Honorary Freeman of Gloucester at a special meeting of the city council.
- 18.02.2022
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Cathedral Quarter celebrates ‘Windows Through Time’
Westgate Street will this week play host to a unique lighting installation celebrating the history of architecture as part of Gloucester’s Bright Nights Festival and the Cathedral Quarter High Street Heritage Action Zone.
- 15.02.2022
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Exciting year for Gloucester
2022 is set to be an exciting year for Gloucester as the city announces its festival and events programme including the launch event for the newly developed Kings Square.
- 11.02.2022
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Gloucester City Council announces largest tree planting project in city’s history
As part of efforts enhance the natural environment of Gloucester and to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, Gloucester City Council has this week started its most ambitious ever tree planting programme.
- 11.02.2022
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Mayor’s Medal for Community Contributions
Mayor of Gloucester, Councillor Collette Finnegan, will be presenting the Mayor’s Medal to two Gloucester residents for their services to the community.
- 11.02.2022
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Council to co-design modern digital planning services
Gloucester City Council has been awarded a grant of £395k from the Department for Levelling Up, and Housing Communities (DLUHC) to develop new software for the city’s planning applications.
- 08.02.2022
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Bright Nights Festival Returns
Gloucester’s Bright Nights festival will once again light up the city with an array of light installations that will welcome and delight visitors through the remaining winter months.
- 07.02.2022
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Report signals more to be done to raise awareness of Gloucester’s links with slave trade
Gloucester City Council has published a review of statues and monuments in the city aimed at revealing more about the city’s connections with the slave trade.
- 21.01.2022
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Blackfriars Priory scoops international wedding award
Gloucester City Council is proud to announce Blackfriars Priory has been crowned a winner for the third time with its latest success in the country rounds of the International Wedding Awards 2022.
- 10.01.2022
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Council plan for greener, fairer and better Gloucester
Building a greener, fairer and better Gloucester is the commitment set out in the city council’s new Council Plan.
- 06.01.2022