Tuffley Park wall
A section of the wall along Tuffley Avenue that encloses Tuffley Park has been damaged by a car.
20 Jul 2020
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Local News
Weed spraying halted through lack of PPE
Councillor Ashley Bowkett is quick to thank the council staff who did an excellent job in keeping many services going, even during the strictest days of the lockdown.
19 Jul 2020
Longlevens library has partially re-opened
Longlevens library has partially re-opened after closing due to the Covic-19 pandemic. Since July 13, the library in Church Road has been offering a collection service which allows local residents to request books, DVDs and other materials they would like to borrow. There is an off the shelf service where you can select online the type of books or other items you would like and staff then select on your behalf from the stock held at the library. You will then receive an email asking you to choose a time slot for collection. Alternativel, you can reserve an item online and collect it later. For people without access to the internet you can ring up Longlevens library and make a reservation. To browse the online catalogue and make your selections visit: https://gloucestershire.spydus.co.uk
18 Jul 2020
Even defibrillators need a check up
In his role as 'defibrillator guardian' Councillor David Brown carries out a monthly check on the status of the devices at Lloyds Pharmacy and St Philip & St James in Larkhay Road.
17 Jul 2020
Farook says thank you for everything: Community leads the way during Covid-19 pandemic
The Liberal Democrats want to say thank you to everyone in Hempsted and Westgate who have helped other members of the community over the last few months.
15 Jul 2020
Podsmead heroes
Councillor Sebastian Field has sent personal letters to local residents who have helped out during the Covid-19 crisis.
13 Jul 2020
‘Book and collect’ coming to Hucclecote Library
As the lockdown eases Councillor David Brown contacted the head of library services at Shire Hall to ask about the plans for opening the doors to Hucclecote library.
13 Jul 2020
Football nearly ready to return to Meadow Park
Gloucester City Football Club say they are on schedule with the construction of the new ground to be able to start playing back home again at the start of the football season.
9 Jul 2020
News from across Barnwood
Ashley, Joanne and David have continued to work on resolving local issues, responding to residents' concerns big and small.
8 Jul 2020
Unauthorised caravan site Walham Lane
Two enforcement notices have been served on the owners and occupiers of a new caravan site off Walham Lane that was established during the lockdown period.
6 Jul 2020
Pressing on with highways work despite ‘lockdown’
In recent years, Councillor David Brown has been successful in bringing forward resurfacing work on several roads across Hucclecote.
6 Jul 2020
Lib Dems fight housing plan in Hempsted
The Liberal Democrats are fighting plans to build hundreds of new homes in Hempsted. Developers have submitted a planning application for the construction of 245 properties at Hill Farm, off Hempsted Lane. The development falls within a cordon sanitaire - which prohibits housing near to the sewage works. It is also not part of the City Plan or Joint Core Strategy which lists sites for potential housing development over the next decade. Dozens of local residents have already submitted objections to the planning application and are being backed by the Liberal Democrats. Dr Rebecca Trimnell, from Hempsted and Westgate Liberal Democrats, has also submitted an objection to Gloucester City Council's planning department. "We will fight any attempt to build hundreds of new houses at Hill Farm," she said. "It is in the cordon sanitaire and the visual impact upon the village of Hempsted would forever be tarnished. "I am also personally concerned about the impact upon local wildlife, including possible badger setts, the
6 Jul 2020
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Local Government
How to vote Liberal Democrat
Local council elections are being held in Scotland, Wales, London and many other parts of England on Thursday 5 May. Find out how, when and where to vote Liberal Democrat:
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3 May 2022
International Affairs
Rebuilding Trade & Cooperation with Europe
Liberal Democrats want a way forward which works for Britain - that cuts down red tape, reduces costs for businesses and makes people better off as a result.
LM
12 Mar 2022
Crime
Everything has to change
This collective outpouring of grief has to be a watershed moment.
DC
15 Mar 2021
Health, Care & the NHS
Supporting our health and social care workers
Our health and social care heroes have supported this country in a time of crisis. Now it’s our turn to support them, and tackle the growing mental health crisis in the health and care sector.
MW
21 Sep 2020
Taxing Land, Not Investment
The Liberal Democrats have today published a comprehensive blueprint for replacing the broken business rates system.
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