News published October 2014
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Positive review for Cheltenham Borough Council
Positive findings from a ‘peer challenge’ have been presented to Cheltenham Borough Council.
Published on 31 October 2014 -
Mixed plastic recycling is now permanent for Cheltenham
Following an overwhelming response to its recent trial, Cheltenham Borough Council now offers permanent facilities to recycle mixed plastics at their most popular recycling sites.
Published on 28 October 2014 -
The frightful waste behind Jack o’lanterns
An estimated 5 million pumpkins being sold in the days leading up to Halloween.
Published on 24 October 2014 -
Residents urged to use Cheltenham licensed vehicles
Cheltenham Borough Council is urging people in the borough to only use vehicles that it licenses.
Published on 23 October 2014 -
Winners announced for ‘Top of the Plots’
Cheltenham Borough Council has announced the winners of its annual allotment competition in a prize-giving ceremony held in the council chamber.
Published on 20 October 2014 -
Cheltenham flood wardens prepared for winter
This week, a network of volunteers who help to keep Cheltenham safe from extreme weather will be invited to the Municipal Offices for a special briefing, ahead of the winter weather drawing in.
Published on 20 October 2014 -
Student leads bid to create wildlife haven at Pittville Park
A corner of Pittville Park is being turned into a mini wildlife sanctuary thanks to a University of Gloucestershire biosciences student.
Published on 16 October 2014 -
Strike action suspended
Three unions representing local government and school support workers have suspended a planned strike in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Published on 10 October 2014 -
Food waste recycling just got easier
Recycling food waste is now even easier as caddies can be lined with surplus plastic carrier bags.
Published on 09 October 2014 -
Giving special status to our important green spaces
Residents are being asked to help identify green spaces in Cheltenham that are important to them, with the aim of giving them special protection in the Cheltenham Plan.
Published on 02 October 2014