Old A40 Resurfacing Works From 26 June until 2 July 2026

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Information from Gloucestershire Highways:

918863-hangmans-stone-to-countryside-museum-residents-letter

Our Ref: 70012720 – 918863

Date: 8th June 2026

Dear Sir/Madam

What: Temporary Traffic Order to close the road for carriageway resurfacing.

Where: 3/332 Hangmans Stone to Countryside Museum Hampnett. See overleaf for details of road closure.

When: For approximately 5 Days (excl. weekends) between the hours of 07:00 to 19:00.

The PROPOSED start and end dates are currently Friday 26th June 2026 until Thursday 2nd July 2026, however, keep an eye on the web page detailed below or the signs on site for any short notice changes.

Our resurfacing programme is dependent on several factors. It can be affected by things like; heavy rain, changes in temperatures and other weather events as well as plant breakdown and unforeseen technical issues that arise once work has begun. All this means scheme dates and details can change at short notice. We appreciate this is inconvenient, and we will keep our online schedule and our social media feeds updated with more details if changes happen.

Find the most up to date scheme start and end dates and more information about this scheme via our:

Report issues with FixMyStreet: https://fixmystreet.gloucestershire.gov.uk/

Diversion route for 3/332 Hangmans Stone to Countryside Museum Hampnett. 

Diversion map

It is understood that there may be other, shorter, alternative routes available, however this approved diversion shows the most suitable route for vehicles that need to keep to the same or a similar class of road.

Temporary Road Closure for Ash Dieback Tree Work B4425 Aldsworth to A40

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Ref: 43116328, Friday, May 08, 2026

Letter (B) – B4425 at Jct with C138

Ash Dieback

Dear Sir/Madam

What: Temporary Traffic Order to close the road for essential Ash Dieback tree work.

Where: B4425 Aldsworth to A40 – at Jct of C138 (see overleaf for details of the exact location)

When: 1-5th June 2026 inclusive from 09.30 to 15.30 daily.

On behalf of Gloucestershire County Council, we advise you that we are due to be conducting essential work at the above location to remove unsafe trees infected with Ash Dieback.

*** During this period, 1-5th June 2026 inclusive, there will be a 4-point closure in place at the crossroads of B4425 and C138 where essential Ash Dieback work is to be completed. There will be NO THROUGH ACCESS from Aldsworth to A40 using B4425, from B4425 to A40 using C138 or from B4425 to A361 using C138. ***

DIVERSIONS – We have created an official diversion route which will be signposted and is suitable for all vehicles that would normally use the closed ‘class A’ road. This is indicated in blue on the map.

Ash Dieback disease causes Ash trees to become unsafe; trees could shed limbs or collapse on to the road causing harm and injury. This work must take place for health and safety reasons, to protect road users and pedestrians, and make sure the carriageway remains clear of debris.

If you have any queries, please refer to the letter attached to this email, the ‘Frequently Asked Questions‘ on our website; or contact us on 08000 514514 or email AshDieback@gloucestershire.gov.uk.

Thank you in advance for your patience and co-operation.

Consultation on Future of Councils in Gloucestershire

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Based on a press release from Gloucestershire County Council:

Gloucestershire councils are encouraging residents and communities to take part in a new government consultation on how local government in the county could be organised in future. 

This is an important chance for people to have their say as the government considers a once-in-a-generation shake-up to how local services are run.

Respond Online

Reorganisation will replace Gloucestershire’s existing county council and six borough and district councils with one or two new councils. Three proposals were put forward by Gloucestershire’s councils in November, and the government will decide on its preferred option this summer.

The options are:

1. Single unitary authority

A single council responsible for all services across Gloucestershire.

2. Two unitary authorities (east/west split)

each responsible for all services in that area:

  • East Gloucestershire: Cheltenham Borough, Tewkesbury Borough, Cotswold District
  • West Gloucestershire: Forest of Dean, Gloucester City and Stroud District

3. Two unitary councils (Greater Gloucester and Gloucestershire Unitary)

each responsible for all services in that area:

  • Greater Gloucester, covering the existing city council area and some neighbouring parishes,
  • Rest of the county, including Cheltenham, the Cotswolds, and the remainder of Tewkesbury, the Forest of Dean, and Stroud

What is the consultation asking?

The government is asking to what extent the proposals:

  • are based on sensible geographies and economic areas
  • will deliver the outcomes described in the proposals
  • are the right size to be efficient, improve capacity, and withstand financial shocks
  • will deliver high quality, sustainable public services
  • have been informed by local views and will meet local needs
  • will support devolution arrangements
  • will enable stronger community engagement and give the opportunity for neighbourhood empowerment.

What happens next?

Responses will help the government assess which option best meets its criteria.

A decision is expected in summer 2026, with elections planned for May 2027.

Any new unitary councils would be established no earlier than April 2028.

How to take part

The consultation is for seven weeks, closing on 26 March 2026.

Respond Online

Take part on the government’s website: Local government reorganisation in Gloucestershire – GOV.UK

For background information about the proposals for local government reorganisation in Gloucestershire, please visit the Future Gloucestershire website.

Road Closure A40 Shipton to Northleach 26-30 January 2026

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Information from Gloucestershire Highways:

Please be advised of the following closures:

These roads will be closed (as per the attached plans) between 20:15 and 06:00 from 26/01/2026 to 30/01/2026 to allow for cats eye replacement work by Gloucestershire Highways.

Emergency and pedestrian access will be maintained.

If you should require further information please email streetworks@gloucestershire.gov.uk

Free Winter Fun for Families this Holiday Season

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The Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme is back this winter to help keep children in Gloucestershire happy, healthy, and entertained with free activities and nutritious food.

Families eligible for benefits-related free school meals can register now for the winter HAF. Thanks to grant funding, the county council is extending these fun, enriching holiday activities to all children and young people through the Holiday Activities Programme (HAP).

Most activities will be taking place between Saturday 20 December and Sunday 4 January.

Booking is now open via the new Family Hubs system: https://familyhubs.gloucestershire.gov.uk/haf.

Families are encouraged to visit the website to create an account, add a profile for each child taking part in activities, and make sure emergency contact details are up to date. 

This winter, in addition to ticketed attractions, 41 providers will be providing activity sessions for children and young people across the county, helping to create memorable experiences for thousands of families who greatly value the opportunities it offers. 

This winter there are lots of great options to choose from including drama and science workshops, sports and games, art and crafts, music and dance, indoor and outdoor activities. In addition, popular ticketed attractions include ice skating and pantomimes. More information about the programme is available at: https://familyhubs.gloucestershire.gov.uk/haf.

Families needing extra support to choose, book, or attend HAF activities can get help from six HAF Community Connectors, one for each district. This winter, there’s also a Specialist SEND Community Connector to improve support for children and young people with additional needs: https://familyhubs.gloucestershire.gov.uk/haf-send.

B4425 Cirencester to Arlington – Road Closure 12-23 January 2026

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Letter from Gloucestershire Highways:

Ref: 43107051

Monday, December 01, 2025

Ash Dieback

Dear Sir/Madam

  • What: Temporary Traffic Order to close the road for essential Ash Dieback tree work.
  • Where: B4425 – Cirencester to Arlington (see letter and map for the exact location)
  • When: 12-23 January 2026 inclusive (excluding weekends) from 09.30 to 15.30 daily.

On behalf of Gloucestershire County Council, we advise you that we are due to be conducting essential work at the above location to remove unsafe trees infected with Ash Dieback.

***During this period, 12-23rd January 2026 inclusive, excluding weekends, there will be NO through access from Cirencester to Arlington / Bibury using B4425. Essential Ash Dieback work is to be completed between 1. Cirencester & Sheephouse Lane and 2. Sheephouse Lane and C154 Akeman Street. A rolling closure will be in place with only one cutting area being closed at any one time.

Letter (B) – B4425 – Cirencester to Arlington