Spotlight on Longlevens

Gloucester's future under threat from unitary council plan
Gloucester Liberal Democrats have vowed to do 'what's good for Gloucester' when a government white paper on local government is published as anticipated in September. More information here.

Support hub remains open
The county council is continuing to offer support to those who need it after shielding advice changed on August 1. The community help hub has answered over 4,300 requests for help since its launch. More information here

New cycle lane
From August 3, Gloucestershire County Council is installing a new cycle lane along London Road, Cheltenham Road and sections of Estcourt Road. The aim of the scheme is to create a link between Longlevens and the city centre, hospital and railway station. More information here

Trevone House
The county council is investing £13 million to give vulnerable youngsters brighter futures by transforming Trevone House in Denmark Road. More information here

Gloucestershire Archives
The Heritage Hub in Alvin Street has re-opened for visitors to pre-book an appointment to access the unique collections on offer at the archives. More information here

Quarter of UK mammals under threat
The news this week that a quarter of UK mammals face extinction, is a cause for concern. More here.

Found an abandoned trolley?
Did you know you can use the Trolleywise app to report abandoned shopping trolleys for collection? You can download the app for Apple or Android within your mobile phone and then report the abandoned trolley as you come across it.

Campaigning for Longlevens
Please visit our website to see examples of some of our current work. We are always keen to hear from you about issues or campaigns.

And finally
Philip Lancaster has just launched a website where you can buy selected publications, including music by Gloucester-born composer and war poet Ivor Gurney.

With best wishes,


Linda Castle Sarah Sawyer
Longlevens Liberal Democrats

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