Inquiry into refusal for 140 homes on greenbelt land near Bristol begins. Developers appeal citing housing needs. Bristol Greenbelt Housing Plan Faces Public Inquiry After Refusal A big housing plan got rejected. Developers are fighting back with an appeal. The plan is for 140 homes near Bristol. It’s on greenbelt land, but maybe “grey belt.”…
MP Claire Young donates books won at a publisher’s event to CCP in Yate, benefiting vulnerable families and homeless youth. Thornbury MP Supports Youth With Book Donation to Local Charity Claire Young gave books to a charity. Young is the MP for Thornbury and Yate. The charity helps families and young people. These people might…
South Gloucestershire council tax will rise by 4.99% after councillors approved a budget deal due to rising costs. South Gloucestershire Approves Council Tax Hike Amid Budget Concerns South Gloucestershire council tax will rise 4.99% in April. Councillors agreed to a tough budget. Social care costs are rising quickly. Residents may not see much benefit. The…
Bristol sees high crime rates, ranking among the most dangerous areas. Police record numerous offenses. Bristol Ranks Among Most Dangerous Places in England and Wales Hey, check this out; Bristol isn’t super safe. It ranks among England and Wales’ most dangerous spots. Police recorded over five million crimes. This happened in the year before September…
Plans for two childrens homes in South Gloucestershire meet resistance from neighbors citing noise, traffic, and crime concerns. South Gloucestershire Childrens Homes Face Local Opposition Two houses might become children’s homes. They are in South Gloucestershire. Neighbors don’t like this plan at all. Each house has five bedrooms. Each will house three kids needing care.…
South Gloucestershire residents can get free advice on managing finances at Aerospace Bristol’s support event on January 25th. Free Support Event at Aerospace Bristol Amid Cost of Living Crisis Times are tough, money-wise, for families. Aerospace Bristol wants to help. They are holding a support day for South Gloucestershire residents. This free event is at…
Council approves a 15 year housing blueprint despite opposition citing greenbelt damage and resident concerns. South Gloucs Housing Plan Sparks Anger Over Greenbelt Decimation Protesters showed anger over greenbelt changes. Councillors approved a 15-year plan for South Gloucestershire. The plan includes 22,500 homes and jobs. It covers 2026 to 2041. A final public review starts…
The A432 bridge over the M4, closed since 2023, will be demolished in March. A 60-hour M4 closure is expected. M4 Closure: Bridge Demolition to Cause 60 Hour Disruption Near Bristol Okay, listen to this update about that bridge. The bridge near Bristol will soon come down. It’s been shut for nearly two years now,…
A damaged A432 Badminton Road overbridge on the M4 near Bristol will be demolished next month after being closed since 2023. M4 Overbridge near Bristol to be Demolished Next Month Due to Damage Hey, that bridge near Bristol is coming down soon. It’s been closed for almost two years now, and they plan to demolish…