International Women's Day 2023 15th March 2023 Last week we marked International Women’s Day – an annual event that recognises the achievements of women and shines a light on the issues that still affect... Articles
Windsor Framework unveiled to fix problems of the Northern Ireland Protocol 8th March 2023 A new way forward for a prosperous, stable future for Northern Ireland was set out last week, rewriting the Treaty to fix the practical problems for the people... Articles
Gloucestershire benefits from over £7 million as the Government extends the Household Support Fund 1st March 2023 The Government has recently announced the new Household Support Fund Allocations for Local Authorities across England. Gloucestershire County Council will... Articles
Government provides £60 million boost to green maritime tech, including in the South West 22nd February 2023 The UK’s race to decarbonise the maritime sector has been given another vital boost, with £60 million in government funding distributed to innovative companies... Articles
National Apprenticeships Week 2023 15th February 2023 Last week was National Apprenticeships Week. The annual event celebrates and promotes the fantastic benefits which apprenticeships offer both learners and... Articles
Mythbusting the Environment Act 8th February 2023 It has been brought to my attention that Extinction Rebellion have displayed signs around the Forest of Dean claiming that I “voted to block a law requiring... Articles
Mental Health Services Bolstered by £150 Million Government Funding, including over £500,000 for Gloucestershire 1st February 2023 Anyone experiencing a mental health emergency will benefit from more tailored emergency care and support in the community through specialised mental health... Articles
Levelling Up Fund Round 2 and Update on the Forest's Bid 25th January 2023 Last week £2.1 billion was awarded to transformational projects across the United Kingdom as part of the second round of the Levelling Up Fund. Major government... Articles
Gloucestershire NHS leads the country on Covid boosters and elective recovery 18th January 2023 Recently, the news has been filled with stories about the pressure the NHS is facing, particularly as it catches up with backlogs caused by the pandemic, and... Articles