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'Forgotten' city centre roads need repairing, say Lib Dems

The Liberal Democrats have called for the "forgotten" roads of Gloucester city centre to be repaired by the county council.

Save Our Sainsbury's campaign hits petition milestone

Over 500 people have signed a petition to keep the popular Sainsbury's supermarket in Gloucester city centre open after its closure was announced. Liberal Democrat Dr Rebecca Trimnell launched the petition after learning the supermarket in Northgate Street will close. The supermarket giant has been in the same location for 50 years and the store is a vital lifeline for people who live near the city centre. It is also well-used by shoppers who travel into the city centre on public transport from across the city. Since Dr Trimnell launched the petition three weeks ago over 500 people have signed it and the Liberal Democrats have written to the chief executive of Sainsbury's PLC to express the strength of feeling locally. Dr Trimnell, who is a Lib Dem campaigner for the Westgate area including the city centre, said: "I want to thank everyone who has signed the petition so far. "Each extra person signing the petition adds weight to the campaign to keep the store open. The Sainsbury's store is the only decent size

Cheltenham Road roundabout chaos suspended

The Conservative-run Gloucestershire County Council has backed down over the changes to the Cheltenham Road roundabout and scrapped the trial - after a massive backlash from local residents.

Lib Dems write to chief executive of J Sainsbury PLC about Gloucester store's future

Lib Dems seek changes to roundabout scheme

Longlevens Liberal Democrats are demanding changes are made to the Cheltenham Road roundabout in order to make it safer for motorists, cyclists and pedestrians.

Student parking solution sought

The Lib Dems have written to the University of Gloucestershire about on-street parking problems near the Oxstalls Campus.

Save Our Sainsbury's: Campaign launched to keep supermarket open

A petition has been launched to keep the popular Sainsbury's supermarket in Gloucester city centre open after its closure was announced. The supermarket giant has been located in Northgate Street for 50 years and the store is a vital lifeline for people who live near the city centre. It is also well-used by shoppers who travel into the city centre on public transport from across the city. Dr Rebecca Trimnell, Liberal Democrat campaigner for the Westgate area, which includes the city centre, has launched the petition. She said: "The Sainsbury's store is the only decent size supermarket left in the city centre. "There are other supermarkets in the city centre, but they are a lot smaller and do not stock the range of goods that Sainsbury's offers. "For older people or those who do not have a car, this store is a vital lifeline for the community living close to the city centre. "The only other choice is going to a large out of town supermarket, which could be difficult if you don't drive. "This is why I've launch

Lib Dems launch petition against unitary authority plans

A petition has been launched against plans to rob Gloucester of its own council and replace it with a huge unitary authority.

Jeremy Hilton to quiz Tory cabinet members on poor performance

Tory leaders at Shire Hall are being quizzed on their performance by a senior Liberal Democrat councillor. Councillor Jeremy Hilton, who represents Kingsholm and Wotton, has tabled a dozen challenging questions to Conservative cabinet members for its full council meeting on September 9. He has asked questions about care home admissions, the performance of children's services, gulley cleaning, new cycling projects, the future of local government in Gloucestershire and the financial health of the county council. Councillor Hilton, who is also leader of the Lib Dem group on Gloucester City Council, said: "I am concerned about the poor performance of the Tory administration who control the county council and the impact this is having on services in Gloucester. "After 15 years in charge, they are struggling to deliver decent services. "They failed miserably to handle the Covid-19 crisis in our care homes, children's services is still poorly performing and there are big holes in the council's finances. "Frankly, th

Ed Davey's Christmas Message

"From my family to yours: We wish you a Happy Christmas full of peace, joy and love. And hope. For a better future."

No one should lose their home this Christmas

We are deeply concerned that both renters and homeowners could face homelessness during one of the most difficult Winters in living memory.

Liberal Democrats Force Vote to Block Voter ID Laws

Today, Liberal Democrats in the House of Lords are using a rare Parliamentary procedure called a ‘Fatal Motion’ to try to block the new Voter ID regulations.

Giving rural communities a stronger voice in government

A dedicated cross-departmental Minister for Rural Communities would help end the Conservatives’ neglect of rural areas.

Our Country Needs Fair Votes Now

Campaigning for fair votes has been part of the Liberal Democrat mission ever since we were founded. Last night, Ed Davey made a speech at the IPPR think tank about why it’s time has come - and how to make it happen.

My message on Carers Rights Day 2022

Today is Carers Rights Day - a chance for us to keep beating the drum for unpaid carers and raising awareness about their rights.

Conservatives' Cost of Chaos Budget

Everyone is being forced to pay the price for Conservative chaos.

A new right to see your GP within 7 days

Far too many people are struggling to get a GP appointment when they need one, leaving them waiting anxiously for the care they deserve.

Abolish Ofwat and stop the sewage dumping

The sheer quantity of raw sewage being dumped into Britain’s rivers and coastal areas is a scandal and a disgrace.

The Conservative Property Penalty

Thanks to the Conservatives’ disastrous mini-budget, we are facing a mortgage crisis.

Liberal Democrats Fight Draconian Measures in the Public Order Bill

Today, Liberal Democrats in the House of Lords have strongly opposed the Government’s draconian Public Order Bill.

Conservatives must do patriotic duty and back election

We do not need another Conservative Prime Minister lurching from crisis to crisis, we need a general election.