BRADLEY STOKE MATTERS
The online community magazine for Bradley Stoke, Little Stoke and Stoke Gifford

Tag: Council

Bradley Stoke Town Council Elects New Mayor

At Bradley Stoke Town Council’s Annual General Meeting held on Wednesday 11th May 2016, Councillor Elaine Hardwick was elected to the position of Mayor of Bradley Stoke. The outgoing Mayor, Councillor Roger Avenin, welcomed everyone…
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Local MP calls for debate on the power of local councils to charge for sporting events

During business questions today Jack Lopresti MP for Filton and Bradley Stoke asked the Leader of the House of Commons, the RT Hon Chris Grayling MP, for a debate on the power of local councils to…
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Delay in Decision about Future of Little Stoke parkrun?

There has been a phenomenal show of support for the Little Stoke Parkrun over the last few weeks.  Bradley Stoke & Little Stoke Gifford Matters have been copied in on many letters sent to the…
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Vibrant Colour at Bradley Stoke Fireworks Display

On Sunday 1st November 2015, Bradley Stoke Town Council hosted its annual fireworks event for  the thirteenth year running. It was another successful year, where thousands came out to enjoy the  fireworks once more. The…
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New recruits needed for citizen panel

South Gloucestershire Council are looking for new members to join their Viewpoint citizen panel and have a say on council services, particularly in Bradley Stoke, Dodington, Downend, Filton, Frenchay, Hanham, Kingswood and Yate. As a…
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Press Release: Council Tax Frozen for Fourth Year

Council tax in South Gloucestershire is to be frozen for a fourth consecutive year after three-party revenue budget proposals were agreed at full Council tonight (19th Feb). A revenue budget of £190.7 million was set…
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Councillors Approve Stoke Gifford Transport Link

Plans for a major new single carriageway road to relieve congestion, improve public transport links and support business and  housing growth in South Gloucestershire have been approved by councillors. Members of the council s Development…
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Have Your Say - Bradley Stoke Way - Proposed Pedestrian Crossings

The Council proposes to install Toucan type pedestrian crossings across Bradley Stoke Way, Bradley Stoke east of its junction with Wheatfield Drive. Full details of the proposal, together with a plan, and a statement of…
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October is Active Mind Month in South Gloucestershire

From foraging for fungi to volunteering at a nature reserve, South Gloucestershire Council is encouraging residents to get active in October. Look out for details of the programme of events that has been organised to…
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Relocation of the Town Council's Offices - Your Views Matter!

Bradley Stoke Town Council is in the process of considering the possible relocation of its offices, currently situated at The Courtyard, Woodlands. Councillors and office staff feel that this location is not very convenient for…
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Want to make Your community better?

If you are a resident of South Gloucestershire who cares about your community and wants to make it a place to be proud of, look out for a campaign that could be right up your…
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Would you like to make your area a better place to live, work and play?

Then why not get involved with your local Safer Stronger Community Group? It works with the Council, Police, Fire & Rescue and Health Authority to do just that. This group has a say about the…
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Volunteers help to keep Little Stoke and Stoke Gifford safer

Volunteers from the community are helping neighbourhood police keep Little Stoke and Stoke Gifford safe. Since the volunteers signed up in autumn 2009 they have helped police identify anti-social behaviour (ASB) hotspots, enabled officers to…
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Bradley Stoke Library -Temporary Closure

Bradley Stoke Library will be closed from Monday 7 June - Sunday 11 July 2010 for the building of a much needed extension to the children's library, increased staff workroom space and other improvements to…
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