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...
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...
Bricks-and-mortar businesses – on high streets across the country – carry an unfair share of the business-rates burden, holding back the UK economy. The 2025 Autumn Budget confirmed that from 1 April 2026, further significant rate increases will fall on England’s...
The graph shows the data for August 2021, supplied by Gloucester City Safe89 x Police CCTV Incidents attended for August 2021 Highlights for the Month 1st- Removed a small group of street drinkers from the graveyard at Grey Friars, one got aggressive, but he...
The graph shows the data for June 2021, supplied by Gloucester City Safe92 x Police CCTV Incidents attended for June 2021. Highlights for the Month 1st- The two teams were working today, the Barton and Tredworth patrol and the city safe patrol. The Barton team were...
The City Protection Officers (CPOs) continue to make a tangible impact across the community, and the March 2025 report reflects their dedication to safety, visibility, and community engagement. During March, the CPO team responded to: 760 Store Visits – Supporting...
Since the YES vote, we’ve been working hard to improve street cleanliness across the city. Over the past year we’ve been working in partnership with Gloucester City Council to improve street cleanliness and make Gloucester a much more appealing place to live, work and...
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...
In 2024, Gloucester BID showed its commitment to supporting local businesses, enhancing a safer city, fostering community...
For over a decade, Gloucester City Safe has been at the forefront of efforts to make Gloucester a safer place. This vital business-led initiative works closely with local businesses, law enforcement, and community groups to reduce crime and antisocial behaviour across...
Gloucester is set to shine this spring as residents, students, and local workers are invited to roll up their sleeves and take part in the Gloucester Spring Clean, a community-driven event designed to bring people together while giving the city a well-deserved...
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,...
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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,...
Our latest newsletter. Working in partnership to deliver a safer, more attractive and supported city. BID Newsletter February 2022
"Good morning all, I just wanted to send a quick update with regards to the PSPO enforcement operation that is currently taking place between the Police, City Council, City Protection Officers and City Safe. CPO Gemma has counted through all the seized items this...
As the summer sunshine blazed across Southgate Street, a new recycling bin was unveiled on July 17. As a part of a hip new pilot scheme to get folks excited about recycling, the bin has been made to look like a friendly monster and will be used for cans and plastic in...
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...
The latest report from Solace on DISC, Adam Stevens. Starting this week, I am pleased to update you that you will start to see an increase in visibility and enforcement in the City Centre, specifically around the issues of Street Drinking and related Anti-Social...
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