News published January 2026

Local election to be postponed

Following an announcement from local government secretary, Steve Reed, it has been confirmed that Cheltenham’s local election will be postponed.
Published on 22 January 2026
Celebrating 29 inspiring finalists for the No Child Left Behind Awards 2025

Judges for the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Awards have selected 29 finalists for this year’s ceremony, sponsored by Frazer-Nash Consultancy.
Published on 21 January 2026
Have your say on Cheltenham’s housing budget for 2026/27

Today (Friday 16 January) Cheltenham Borough Council have published the draft housing revenue account and housing capital programme for 2026/27.
Published on 16 January 2026
Long‑awaited review of sexual entertainment rules announced following Cheltenham campaign

Cheltenham Borough Council has welcomed the Government’s decision to launch a long overdue review of Sexual Entertainment Venue (SEV) licensing rules
Published on 16 January 2026
Over 130 new trees planted across Cheltenham

Over 130 new trees planted across all areas of the town, with special emphasis on planting trees in areas with sparse canopy cover in Cheltenham.
Published on 15 January 2026
Ask for Angela test operation achieves 100% pass rate

14 premises were tested and passed for the Ask for Angela scheme on Saturday 10 January 2026.
Published on 12 January 2026
Golden Valley submits detailed plans for phase one

HBD, part of Henry Boot, has submitted detailed plans for the first phase of Golden Valley, its flagship innovation and technology project adjacent to GCHQ.
Published on 09 January 2026