Trip hazard at Swan Court and The Dukeries
Gloucester City Homes continue to shirk responsibility in fixing loose bricks outside both Swan Court and The Dukeries.
1 Sep 2019
News
Local News
Is the Aspen Medical Centre a one-star service?
The Aspen Medical Centre is based in Horton Road and was opened in 2014 when three local doctors' surgeries moved in.
29 Aug 2019
Gloucester residents urged to sign pro-Parliament petition
Gloucester's Liberal Democrat Parliamentary candidate is calling on local residents to sign a petition calling on the Government not to shut down Parliament.
28 Aug 2019
Inconsiderate parking at Swallow Park
The parking issues in Swallow Park have been reported in previous Spotlights but despite the painting of new yellow lines in some of the key areas, drivers have continued to cause problems for frustrated residents.
19 Aug 2019
School parking problems
Parking issues continue around the ward with complaints from residents about traffic and parking near Tommy Rich's school and Elmbridge school.
18 Aug 2019
Conservation officer recommends refusal of a new doctor’s surgery
The city council's conservation officer is recommending refusal of a new doctor's surgery on county council land next to Barrack Square.
17 Aug 2019
Progress made to secure future of Elmscroft community centre
Excellent progress is being made to secure the future of the Elmscroft Community Centre.
15 Aug 2019
Rebecca Trimnell will fight to save Hempsted meadows
There is concern that plans to protect the cordon sanitaire at Hempsted Meadows could be challenged during the process to adopt the new city plan.
12 Aug 2019
Horton Road to be resurfaced
Jeremy Hilton had a site visit with the local highway manager and it was agreed that potholes which are a safety hazard would soon be fixed and that the road has been included in next year's resurfacing programme.
12 Aug 2019
New street sign installed
Visitors to Armscroft Road will now be able to find it more easily after Councillor Howard Hyman arranged for a replacement sign to be installed.
6 Aug 2019
Broadband upgrade needed at St Oswald’s - is yours too slow?
The county council has spent millions on its Fastershire project to upgrade rural internet connections to super-fast broadband. Yet, there are areas in Gloucester that don't have decent broadband services. County councillor Jeremy Hilton has been in touch with Fastershire about the service at St Oswald's following complaints from local residents. "They said they are seeking funds to improve the service here," he said "I wonder if other Westgate residents have poor broadband service? If you are unhappy with the speed of your broadband do contact me via email. "In order to investigate further I will need your address, download speeds and service provider. I look forward to hearing from you."
5 Aug 2019
Thousands of pensioners set to miss out on free TV licence
More than 5,000 households in Gloucester could miss out on free TV licences for the over 75s, new figures have revealed.
4 Aug 2019
National News
Carers
Our Carers Deserve Better
Our carers deserve so much better than this. They deserve to be supported, not penalised. That’s why Liberal Democrats are campaigning to increase the Carer’s Allowance by £1000 each year.
EDLLD
8 Jun 2022
Latest UK News
Celebrating Her Majesty The Queen's Platinum Jubilee
Her service; her sense of selflessness; her steadfast commitment to the nation. These values and her service have defined Her Majesty’s seven decade reign, and will continue to define her.
ED
1 Jun 2022
Lib Dems Winning
Richard Foord is our Tiverton and Honiton by-election candidate
Richard is an incredible candidate, whose dedication to others has shone not only through his career, but also in his voluntary roles in the community.
LD
20 May 2022
Latest UK News
Overriding the Northern Ireland Protocol would be deeply damaging
Scrapping the Protocol would represent a new low. It would be an egregious breach of international law.
LM
17 May 2022
Lib Dems Winning
Lib Dems pick Sarah Dyke for Somerton and Frome
The anticipated Somerton and Frome election will be a close two horse race between the Lib Dems and the Conservatives.
LD
14 May 2022
Local Government
Lib Dems win in local elections
Liberal Democrats are winning and growing stronger in England, Scotland and Wales.
LD
13 May 2022
Local Government
A brilliant set of election results
An in-depth look at how we did in the May elections
MP
12 May 2022
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:
LD
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 & Policing
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.
30 Aug 2018