Cost-saving store closure plan costs M&S two thirds of profits
23rd May 2018
Pre-tax profits have fallen by more than two thirds to £66.8 million for high street giant Marks and Spencer.
Is GDPR the most confusing legislation ever?
23rd May 2018
The new General Data Protection Regulations come into force on Friday May 25 and it seems that confusion still reigns supreme.
It’s all about building skills at Kingsholm today (May 23)
23rd May 2018
Those charged with driving the profile and agenda of the construction industry in Gloucestershire are due to stage a special event this afternoon.
Gloucestershire company helping to provide apprentices for housing sector
23rd May 2018
Cirencester-based The Apprenticeship Management Group came under the spotlight at a Parliamentary reception held at the House of Commons.
Builders' merchants support campaign to help dementia sufferers
23rd May 2018
Local businesses are getting behind a Gloucestershire initiative to support people with dementia.
University students' film to premiere at top documentary festival
23rd May 2018
A documentary created by a group of students at the University of Gloucestershire has been officially selected for a leading film festival.
Gloucester nursery sold
23rd May 2018
A thriving nursery business in Gloucester is now under new ownership.
Plans for former Royal Mail sorting office in Gloucester approved
22nd May 2018
A landmark building on one of the gateways to Gloucester is to be transformed under new approved plans.
£3.5 million deal revealed by Gloucestershire law firm
22nd May 2018
A law firm from Cheltenham has revealed its part in raising £3.5 million for a major player in the graphic arts sector.
Government official parachuted into fast-growing business
22nd May 2018
Increasing activities in international markets of a Gloucestershire business have drawn the attention of Government – so much so it has decided to put one of its own on the board.
Council shuts recycling site because of fly-tippers
22nd May 2018
A council has decided to close a popular recycling facility because it is being constantly abused by fly-tippers.
Business leaders tell Prime Minister: It's time for action
22nd May 2018
The region's business leaders have backed a message to the Prime Minister calling for action on growth and investment.
Hospice team take tea with Prince of Wales at Buckingham Palace
22nd May 2018
Staff from one of Gloucestershire's best-loved hospices are today enjoying His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales' 70th Birthday Patronage Celebration in London.
Ban on letting fees backed by Cheltenham MP
22nd May 2018
Alex Chalk is supporting plans to scrap letting fees for tenants. The Cheltenham MP spoke out in Parliament when backing the Tenant Fees Bill in the House of Commons on Monday (21 May 2018)
M&S reveals hit list of 100 stores to close
22nd May 2018
Marks and Spencer staff in Gloucestershire now know if their stores are subject to the axe.
New factory gives golf company a shot at growth
22nd May 2018
A cool £1 million investment in a new factory will give a golf trolley manufacturer from Gloucestershire a shot at doubling its turnover.
Wildlife exploration at free Cheltenham Park event
22nd May 2018
The University of Gloucestershire is holding a "BioBlitz" at Pittville Park, Cheltenham as part of the town's Science Festival (8 - 9 June).
Investigation: Millions of pounds for business rate relief unspent or out of reach
21st May 2018
Hundreds of thousands of pounds given to councils in Gloucestershire to help businesses with rate relief has been unallocated after a year.
Demands for derelict office block to be turned into flats
21st May 2018
Gloucester City Council is being urged to compulsory purchase a derelict office block so it can be turned into around 30 homes.
KP snaps up posh crisps brand
21st May 2018
KP Snacks has taken over the Herefordshire hand- made crisps brand Tyrrells from The Hershey Company.
Repairs begin to make historic Wye bridge safe
21st May 2018
Work will start on ensuring a historic viaduct in the Forest of Dean is safe for both walkers and vessels beneath it on the River Wye.
Tougher MOT tests are harder to pass
21st May 2018
Tougher MOT tests have just been introduced, with new categories under which a vehicle can pass or fail.
Paralympian and rugby legend add star names to business’s cycling team
21st May 2018
Staff at a county firm will put aside peddling their wares to pedal themselves around the Cotswolds as part of a charity cycling challenge sponsored by Sky no less.
Properties secured after police launch drugs raid
21st May 2018
Police have secured closure orders on properties in Gloucester after officers executed drugs warrants late on Friday night.
Road collision leaves cyclist fighting for life
21st May 2018
A pedal cyclist is in a critical condition after he was involved in a collision with a white Land Rover in Cheltenham.
Business rate refunds of £300m held
21st May 2018
You may not think the big four supermarkets would be due any business rate refunds, but some £300 million could be heading their way.
Cyclists honour memory of local Olympian Sharon Laws
21st May 2018
Two Cotswold cycling events on 7 July and 16 June will honour the memory of Sharon Laws, the Olympic cycling champion.
Employment black hole looming for Gloucestershire
18th May 2018
A staffing crisis where Gloucestershire is short of 45,000 workers in a decade's time could be a real prospect if business leaders do not act.
Be prepared: roadworks to watch out for this weekend
18th May 2018
Highways England has released information about current and planned roadworks taking place within 25 miles of Gloucester city centre this weekend.
Cheltenham Racecourse to host world-class snooker
18th May 2018
Cheltenham will host a major snooker tournament for the first time in February 2019 when the World Grand Prix comes to the town.
Meghan and Harry burger is the taste of Cirencester
18th May 2018
Nothing says true love quite like a massive burger, so a Gloucestershire chef has come up with a tasty tribute to this weekend’s Royal Wedding by creating his ‘Burger Royale’.
MP: ‘Victory for reducing risk from gambling in our communities’
18th May 2018
Gloucester MP Richard Graham has today welcomed the government announcement that they will be capping the maximum stake on Fixed Odds Betting Terminals from £100 to £2.
Man jailed for shotgun possession
18th May 2018
A Cheltenham man who sawed off a double shotgun that had been stolen from a North Cotswolds farm has been jailed for almost eight years.
Prison for jockey who resisted arrest
18th May 2018
A jump jockey who rode in this year's Grand National has been jailed, after a court heard that he panicked and drove off at high speed when police stopped him for a breath test.
Two Gloucester restaurants close
18th May 2018
Prezzo in Southgate Street and Carluccio’s in the Quays have both closed their doors to customers.
County printer chosen to produce Harry and Meghan's programme
17th May 2018
A Gloucestershire printing firm will have a special reason for raising a glass to the royal wedding couple this Saturday.
Fancy owning an idyllic Cotswold pub? Now is your chance
17th May 2018
AN award-winning 17th century Cotswolds inn is on the market for offers over £600,000 for the freehold.
New chair and vice chair at Gloucestershire county Council appointed
17th May 2018
Two new councillors have been named as chairman and vice chairman of Gloucestershire County Council.
Brewery preparing to begin building new £1.2 million home
17th May 2018
Work is getting underway to build the new headquarters for one of the county’s celebrated and fast-growing breweries.
Trawl through planning applications hooks new fishing businesses
17th May 2018
Anglers in Gloucestershire could soon have two new venues at which to test their skills.
Winners revealed: SoGlos Gloucestershire Lifestyle Awards 2018
17th May 2018
There is a new awards night in Gloucestershire celebrating business – and winners were revealed last night.
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