People shouldn’t be turned into criminals just because they can’t have a digital ID, or choose not to. This will be worrying to millions of older people, people living in poverty and disabled people – who are more likely to be digitally excluded
Since taking control of the council in May 2024 following the local elections, the Liberal Democrat administration has unravelled a series of hidden financial shocks left by the Conservatives
Community Independents Brendon O’Donnell and Alastair Chambers were at the demonstration targeting asylum seekers outside the Ibis Hotel in Barnwood.
Councillor Brendon O’Donnell shared the post on Facebook promoting a far right group’s plan for a demonstration in Gloucester targeting asylum seekers
They won 27 of the 55 seats on the council - jumping from 16 - to win 11 more seats.
They are promising to improve core services, support the local economy, ensure roads are well maintained and safe, and that our most vulnerable children and adults are well cared for
Councillor Sebastian Field, who represents Podsmead on the city council, was contacted last year by members of Widden Old Boys and Old Cryptians rugby clubs regarding an issue with some dog walkers leaving poo bags in the hedges around the ground
Liberal Democrat councillors have contacted Gloucester City Homes and Gloucestershire County Council about the parking problem in front of St Nicholas Square, which is located off Westgate Street.
Letters have been sent freehold properties across Gloucester about proposed changes which could be implemented from April 1
The Government said that elections in some areas of England would be delayed for one year to allow a major reorganisation of local government to take place.
Councillor Jeremy Hilton said there were strong cultural, geographic, economic and historic reasons to keep Gloucester and the surrounding communities together
Councillor Jeremy Hilton, leader of Gloucester City Council, said key housing and regeneration schemes were progressing in the city and needed time to be completed.
Ed Davey remembers Ming Campbell in remarks made to the House of Commons
October has arrived, bringing with it Black History Month - a time to celebrate the Black British community and their past, present and future contributions.
Leader's Speech to Autumn Conference 2025
Women’s rights around the world are under attack, with authoritarianism on the rise and deep cuts to UK aid undermining decades of progress. Defending women's rights must be a top priority and the UK must act boldly.
Two years of brutal civil war have turned Sudan into one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises, with over 30 million people in urgent need of aid. Our new policy calls for UK leadership to end the conflict - standing with the Sudanese people.
Space is no longer science fiction – it underpins our economy, security, and daily lives. Our new policy will renew the National Space Strategy, support UK spaceports and hubs, and designate space as a strategic industry.
The UK’s asylum system is failing, leaving people fleeing conflict stuck in temporary housing, unable to work, and separated from their loved ones. Our new policy gives practical solutions to clear up the broken system left by the Conservatives.
The Online Safety Act was meant to protect people, yet its flawed implementation risks undermining privacy, free expression, and secure communication. Our new policy addresses our concerns and fights for a digital future where rights are protected.
Since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, thousands of Ukrainian children have found safety in the UK – but many still face uncertainty, disruption, and trauma. They deserve security, stability, and the chance to thrive.
The contaminated blood scandal is one of the gravest injustices in NHS history. We must honour victims with recognition, dignity, and compensation – and ensure no one ever suffers from such injustice again.
Years of Conservative cuts have hollowed out the legal aid system, leaving millions without access to timely legal advice. Our new policy will legal aid a guaranteed right, ensure no one is left without help.
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Millions of people are still trapped in England’s broken leasehold system. Our plan will end the leasehold rip-off, strengthen building safety, and give residents the control, fairness, and dignity they deserve in their own homes.