Give your views on proposals to revise Cheltenham’s air quality management area
Consultation runs from 13 July to 3 August 2020.
Published on 13th July 2020 in Environment and communities news-
Cheltenham confirms commitment to diversity in tech and digital by signing national charter
Cheltenham has committed to championing diversity within tech and digital employment through signing up to the national Tech Talent Charter.
Published on 10th July 2020 in About the council news -
Council offers more ways to pay your bills
With changing customer preferences and advancements in technology, the borough council has carried out a review of customer payment options.
Published on 8th July 2020 in Council tax and benefits news -
Timber frames a whole new milestone
It’s all systems go (again) for Cheltenham Borough Council (CBC) and Cheltenham Borough Homes (CBH) as building works to bring much needed new homes to Cheltenham resumes.
Published on 7th July 2020 in Planning and development news -
Cheltenham creates more space for shoppers and outside dining
Ahead of the reopening of cafes, pubs and restaurants this weekend, Cheltenham has begun to implement plans to create more space for outside dining and safe social distancing.
Published on 3rd July 2020 in Leisure and culture news -
Safer taxi journeys set to be approved
Travelling in Cheltenham licensed taxis or private hire vehicles will become safer as the authority’s Cabinet is set to approve a new policy on partition screens in licensed vehicles.
Published on 2nd July 2020 in Licensing and permits news -
Play areas and outdoor gyms to open
Visitors must continue to follow government guidelines and guidance posters at parks and play areas
Published on 2nd July 2020 in Parks and open spaces news -
Positive action to combat anti-social behaviour in local green spaces
Littering, public drinking, urinating, drug use, noise and vandalism in Cheltenham’s green spaces have become such a problem that agencies have joined together to clamp down on the issues, with increased patrolling and enforcement where necessary.
Published on 2nd July 2020 in Environment and communities news -
More than £3m grant payments awarded to eligible local businesses
304 eligible businesses across the county have collectively received £3.34m total in grants this week thanks to a discretionary business grant scheme.
Published on 26th June 2020 in Business news -
Bees and butterflies to benefit from longer grass in some green spaces around the borough
The council’s parks team together with Ubico, have been encouraging pollinating insects and wild flowers by allowing grass to grow in some areas.
Published on 25th June 2020 in Leisure and culture news -
Cheltenham Mayor presents charity cheque
Cllr Roger Whyborn, Cheltenham’s Mayor, last Friday, 19 June 2020, presented Mayoral charities with a cheque for more than £9,000.
Published on 24th June 2020 in Mayor news -
CBC accredited licensing training is back
Following a temporary suspension of training services as a result of Covid19 restrictions, the council’s licensing team is pleased to report that they can once again offer their award winning Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders (APLH) training.
Published on 23rd June 2020 in Licensing and permits news -
Temporary relaxation of A-board enforcement
Businesses in certain locations to benefit from additional advertising
Published on 23rd June 2020 in Licensing and permits news -
Cheltenham prioritises walking and cycling as high street reopens
Cheltenham Borough Council has put forward ambitious proposals to increase walking and cycling in the town to create space for social distancing.
Published on 19th June 2020 in Parking, travel and streets news -
Statement in response to comments made at full Council
At its meeting on the 15 June, Cheltenham Borough Council unanimously resolved to support the Black Lives Matter movement and put on record the council’s opposition to any kind of racism and to take a community leadership role in challenging racism in all forms.
Published on 16th June 2020 in About the council news -
Municipal Offices remain closed as council continues to support the community hub
As the borough council continues to work hard to support people affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Municipal offices remain closed.
Published on 15th June 2020 in About the council news -
Help Hub residents express their thanks
Nearly 1,000 Cheltenham residents have received direct support during the COVID-19 lockdown thanks to The Cheltenham Trust, Cheltenham Borough Homes and Cheltenham Borough Council working together as part of the Gloucestershire Help Hub.
Published on 15th June 2020 in Environment and communities news -
Residents and visitors asked to help protect the environment
As some of the Coronavirus lockdown restrictions are eased, Cheltenham residents are being asked to use parks and green spaces responsibly and remember that they are for everyone to enjoy.
Published on 12th June 2020 in Environment and communities news -
Update for Cheltenham Borough Council operated car parks
Now that some of the lockdown restrictions have been lifted, people are beginning to make use of Cheltenham’s car parks again.
Published on 12th June 2020 in Parking, travel and streets news -
Cheltenham ready to re-open
Cheltenham is getting ready to welcome shoppers back into the town from Monday 15 June as many of its non-essential retailers prepare to re-open their doors.
Published on 11th June 2020 in Leisure and culture news -
Planning temporary changes to aid recovery
Temporary changes to planning and licensing controls get underway.
Published on 9th June 2020 in Planning and development news -
Local businesses set to benefit from new grant scheme
• Go live date: 9 June • Deadline for applications: 21 June
Published on 9th June 2020 in Business news -
Statement from the leader of the council: Black Lives Matter
''The death of George Floyd was truly shocking even more so as we could all see it happen on film.
Published on 8th June 2020 in About the council news -
GCC news: contractor appointed to start landmark transport scheme
Gloucestershire County Council has appointed Knights Brown as the contractors to bring the first half of the West Cheltenham Transport Improvement Scheme (WCTIS) to life.
Published on 4th June 2020 in Parking, travel and streets news -
Changes to services at Cheltenham cemetery and crematorium in response to latest government advice
New funeral arrangements to begin Monday 8 June
Published on 3rd June 2020 in Deaths, funerals and cremations news -
Cheltenham Mayor to continue for another year
Cheltenham Mayor Cllr Roger Whyborn and Deputy Mayor Cllr Sandra Holliday will continue in their roles for another year.
Published on 2nd June 2020 in Mayor news -
Mayor asks Cheltenham to come together and support Foodbank Fund
Crowdfunder and standing order donation options now available for the Mayor's Foodbank Fund
Published on 1st June 2020 in Environment and communities news -
Planned gorse and grass burning on Leckhampton Hill and Charlton Kings Common
Essential work is needed on Leckhampton Hill and Charlton Kings Common to ensure that this valuable area of outstanding natural beauty is preserved and maintained for years to come.
Published on 27th May 2020 in Leisure and culture news -
Joint grant scheme launches soon to support local businesses
In collaboration between four local councils - with support and advice from local BIDS and GFirstLep - the county will soon see the launch of a new business support grant funding scheme.
Published on 22nd May 2020 in Business news -
Conditions for construction in Cheltenham are temporarily relaxed
The council has been considering whether and how it can help the construction industry locally while being fair to local residents.
Published on 19th May 2020 in Planning and development news
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