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Strategic and Local Plan (SLP)

A new phase of engagement for the Strategic and Local Plan (SLP) begins on Monday, 20 October 2025.    

Society

Free Travel Bursary for young people

To raise awareness of a free travel bursary opportunity available to young people aged 14 -25 living in Gloucestershire.

Annual Electoral Register Canvass

We have nearly finished this year’s work on the Annual Canvass of households in the Borough. As you know, the canvass is our way of trying to make sure that the information on the electoral register for every address is accurate and up to date.

Planning

Forest of Dean’s Strategic Options Consultation  

Highnam Parish Council Response  Response to Forest of Dean District Council Local Plan Preferred Options 

Transport

20mph & 50mph Speed Limit and Traffic Calming Speed Limits A48 Minsterworth

The 50mph speed limit scheme proposal is being proposed primarily to improve road safety and amenity for all highway users, including pedestrians and cyclists on the A48 between the A40 & Westbury-on-Severn. There have been 8 personal injury collisions along this route in the last 5 years.

Newsletter

Press release 22 September 2025 Tewkesbury Borough Council puts residents first with its new Digital Strategy 

A new Digital Strategy for 2025 to 2028 has been approved by Tewkesbury Borough Council’s Executive Committee.  

Transport

Roadworks – Highnam

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