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Liberal Democrat candidate Craig Thurling has been elected to represent The Rissingtons Ward on Cotswold District Council following the by-election held on 22 January.  

Cotswold District Council is taking action to improve its recycling collection service while making its biggest ever move to cut carbon emissions by replacing its waste vehicles with a new, greener fleet.  

Cotswold District Council’s recent Local Plan consultation sparked an “unprecedented” number of responses, with nearly 2000 residents, businesses, and communities submitting responses - more than twice the amount received in previous consultations.

Enthusiasts of archaeology and ancient myth are invited to step back into Roman Britain and uncover the story behind Cirencester’s celebrated Orpheus mosaic at a special conference hosted by the Corinium Museum. 

As the end of the year draws closer, Cotswold District Council is reminding residents not to let the chance to have their say on the Local Plan consultation get lost in the festive rush. 

Cotswold District Council has confirmed that an election to fill the vacancy in The Rissingtons Ward will take place on Thursday 22 January 2026, following the resignation of Councillor Andrew Maclean due to a serious health diagnosis.

Cotswold District Council is inviting residents to have their say as it prepares its budget for 2026 – 2027. 

The Counter Fraud and Enforcement Unit (CFEU) has been shortlisted for two categories in the Public Sector Counter Fraud Awards, recognising the team’s exceptional work in fraud investigation. 

A long-disused red phone box in Rodmarton is set for a new lease of life thanks to support from Cotswold District Council. The project will help restore and relocate the village’s phone box, with residents invited to help decide its future purpose. 

A note from Councillor Mike Evemy, Leader, Cotswold District Council

Parking in the Cotswolds is getting an upgrade to improve convenience, support local businesses, and prepare for future demands - with key updates including free morning parking in Bourton-on-the-Water and a tourist levy in Stow-on-the-Wold to reinvest in community projects. 

Gloucestershire’s fight against fraud takes a major step forward this November with the launch of a new collaborative website. A one-stop-shop for all things fraud in the county.