Residents across the Forest of Dean District are being encouraged to make sure they are registered to vote, apply for a postal vote if required, and apply for photographic identification if needed, ahead of the local elections on Thursday, 1 May 2025. 

Forest of Dean District Council has agreed on revised plans for the regeneration of Five Acres, with new leisure, community and commercial facilities to be developed as part of the Levelling Up the Forest programme. 

Forest of Dean District Councillors have voted unanimously to support an application to United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) to designate the Forest of Dean District as a biosphere, helping to support the long-term sustainability of the district's environment and economy. 

Forest of Dean District Council has launched a Thermal Camera Loan Scheme to help homeowners assess the thermal efficiency of their homes in a bid to lower energy bills and reduce carbon emissions. 

Forest of Dean District Council is offering ‘not for profit’ voluntary and community groups the opportunity to apply for funding to help develop stronger and more cohesive communities.