With more fires linked to lithium-ion batteries – particularly those used in e-scooters and e-bikes – Gloucestershire Fire & Rescue Service and the Gloucestershire Housing Providers Forum are urging residents to be aware of the risks. Lithium-ion batteries are commonly found in e-bikes, e-scooters, and some mobility scooters, and can pose a fire risk if […]
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Colder days are on the way – a few quick checks now can save you worry (and keep you cosy) later.Here are 5 simple things to do before turning on your heating: Test your boilerRun it for a few minutes to make sure it’s working properly. Better to spot problems now than when your home’s
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GL Communities have begun holding free drop-in advice sessions at local Children and Family Centres. These sessions are designed to help families and individuals build a stronger financial future by offering practical support and guidance. Session details: Tuesdays: The Beacon Children’s and family centre in Kingsway – 9:00am–12:00pm Wednesdays: The Oaks Children’s families Centre in
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National Hate Crime Awareness Week (NHCAW) takes place from 11–18 October 2025 – and we’ll be adding our voice to the campaign. Hate has no home in Gloucester. Everyone should feel safe, respected and at home here. Hate crime is when someone is targeted because of who they are, or who others think they are
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🎉 We’re delighted to share that our newest scheme Hewmar House is a finalist in the Inside Housing Development Awards 2025 – in the category Best Supported Housing Development – Urban 🏠🎉 Once a derelict office building near central Gloucester, Hewmar House has been transformed into a safe, supportive home for eight vulnerable young people
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We’ve published our fifth Sustainability Report, which shares the progress we’ve made over the past year to support our customers, communities and the environment. Inside, you’ll see the steps we’ve taken to run our services in a more sustainable and responsible way – from reducing our environmental impact to providing support where it’s needed most.
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The latest issue of GCH Connect is out now The September issue of GCH Connect is packed with updates, advice and stories from across our communities. In this edition you’ll find: How we’re preparing for Awaab’s Law and upcoming electrical safety checks and supporting Gas Safety Week Celebrating inclusion at Gloucester Pride and a warm welcome
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Local residents have overwhelmingly backed proposals for the demolition of Gloucester’s only tower block and its replacement with family homes. At a public consultation, 80 per cent of those who provided feedback said the proposals to redevelop Clapham Court are a good idea. Only 12% disagreed. An overwhelming 88% agreed that our aims to replace
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The Winter Fuel Payment returns for pensioners this autumn with new regulations that come into effect from 15th September 2025. The Winter Fuel Payments this year are for those born on or before 21st September 1959 and you were living in England or Wales in the qualifying week. The qualifying week this year is 15th
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Looking after your home, friends, and family We are proud to be supporting Gas Safety Week 2025, taking place on the 8th – 14th September.Gas Safety Week (coordinated by Gas Safe Register, the official list of gas engineers who are legally allowed to work on gas) is an annual safety week to raise awareness
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