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Equestrian centre given warning over licensing failures

Forest of Dean District Council has issued an official warning to an equestrian centre near Lydney for carrying out activities which involved animals, without the authority of a licence.

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Forest of Dean District Council prosecutes fly-tipping offender

Forest of Dean District Council has successfully prosecuted Mr Gregory Games of Pope’s Hill, Gloucestershire, for a fly-tipping offence under the Environmental Protection Act 1990.

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Council expands electric vehicle fleet

Forest of Dean District Council has purchased several fully electric vans as part of its commitment to address the climate crisis. 

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Coleford residents invited to take part in citizen visioning for their town

Residents of Coleford are being invited to help shape the future of their town by taking part in a new climate citizen visioning project and sharing their ideas for a happier, more sustainable community.  

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Final call for 2025/2026 community grants funding

Forest of Dean District Council is encouraging ‘not for profit’ voluntary and community groups to apply for this year's community grants funding before the deadline of 30 May 2025. 

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Council Invites Residents to Shape Active Travel Future

Forest of Dean District Council has launched a six-week consultation to help shape the future of active travel in the area.  

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Council to explore new local plan strategy

Following the publication of the revised National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) by government, Forest of Dean District Council will begin work to review the current agreed Local Plan strategy and explore alternative strategic options for the district, before going out to public consultation later in the year. 

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Are you ready for the County Council election? Voters encouraged to make sure they are prepared so they can vote in the election

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. 

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New plans for Five Acres given the green light

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. 

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Council moves to designate Forest of Dean District as a Biosphere

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. 

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New Thermal Camera Loan Scheme launched

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. 

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Council invites community groups to apply for funding

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.