It’s been less than six months since 87% of businesses overwhelmingly voted to establish the Gloucester BID (Gloucester Business Improvement District). It is already showing successes, reducing instances of low level crime and helping increase footfall during the busy...
Public Bodies
Building Futures – A Resettlement Event
February 13th 2025 10am to 1pm at GL1 NHS Gloucestershire are holding an event called Building Futures, supporting people from Ukraine & other countries who have chosen to work and live their lives in the UK. They have invited over 300 people, many of whom are...
City Protection Officers: February 2025 Monthly Review
The City Protection Officers (CPOs) continued their dedicated efforts throughout February 2025, ensuring safety and security for businesses, residents, and visitors. Their commitment to public welfare and crime prevention was evident as they handled a wide range of...
Concerns Over City Centre Paving Raised as Highways Cites Weather Delays
Gloucester’s city centre paving has been a growing concern for businesses, residents, and visitors alike, with deteriorating surfaces and temporary tarmac patches causing safety hazards and damaging the city's appeal. In January, the Gloucester Business Improvement...
Gloucester BID Continues Partnership with City Centre Council Team to Enhance Cleanliness
Gloucester Business Improvement District (BID) continues a strong partnership with the city centre council team, focusing on maintaining and improving the cleanliness of our beloved city centre. This collaboration underscores a shared commitment to creating an...
Gloucester BID’s Year in Review: 2024
In 2024, Gloucester BID showed its commitment to supporting local businesses, enhancing a safer city, fostering community...
Improving City Centre Appearance with Fix My Street
The appearance of a city centre reflects its vibrancy and community spirit, and everyone can play a role in its upkeep. One simple yet effective way to contribute is by using the app Fix My Street. This tool empowers citizens to report issues such as potholes,...
Latest News
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Local air ambulance charity called to almost 300 more people in record-breaking year
Great Western Air Ambulance Charity (GWAAC) has been called to a record number of incidents in 2024. The specialist crew responded to 2,272 people in urgent need of critical care — an increase of around 15% compared to 2023. Since the charity incepted in 2007,...
New raft of measures to prepare our high streets and seaside resorts for summer (England)
Measures to support a safe and successful reopening of our treasured high streets and seaside resorts ahead of a great summer were announced today by Communities Secretary Robert Jenrick. • £56 million Welcome Back Fund to help boost the look and feel of high streets...
Short Survey – Your Input is Important
We would like to understand your thoughts on the current and potential future focus areas of Gloucester BID from the perspective of your business. Please find a link to a short survey here. We appreciate your input and feedback. Your answers will inform Gloucester BID...
Spring Newsletter – 2025
YEAR 1 HIGHLIGHTS – Dealing with Public Bodies
As a representative group of the majority of businesses in Gloucester, we’re having discussions about key issues in your interest, and we’re being heard. We’re lobbying about car parking, about trade waste and litter, About the City’s contractors and some other areas...