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Stroud News — 5 April 2026

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planning

Planning Applications Received for Stroud District Sites

Multiple planning applications have been submitted to Stroud District Council. Copies of the applications can be viewed at the council's offices at Ebley Mill, Ebley Wharf, Stroud.

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council

Stroud Town Council Receives Over 100 Requests for Town Meeting on Lido Closure

Stroud Town Council has received more than 100 written requests for a Town Meeting following the decision to close the lido/outdoor swimming pool. The community response indicates significant local opposition to the closure of the facility.

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environment

Stroud District Council Expands Kerbside Recycling to Include Toothpaste Tubes and Plant Pots

Stroud District Council has expanded the range of items collected from residents' homes to include toothpaste tubes and plastic plant pots. The change is part of the national Simpler Recycling initiative to help residents recycle more materials.

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community

Stroud District Council Urges Community to Help Save 89-Year-Old Stratford Park Lido

Stroud District Council is urgently calling on the community to help save Stratford Park lido, the district's iconic 89-year-old outdoor pool. The facility is under threat and officials are seeking public support for its preservation.

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crime

Man Arrested After Indecent Exposure on Spine Road in South Cerney

Police arrested a man wearing a pink dress, stockings, black boots and a long brown wig after reports of indecent exposure on Spine Road in South Cerney. Officers were called at around 7am on Tuesday, March 17, following reports of a man committing a sexual act.

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In Brief

  • Friday night football derby rescheduled against Stroud Nomads under floodlights→
  • Town Owl Taphouse in Stroud town centre closes this weekend→
  • Local pupils debate compulsory voting during Welcome to Your Vote Week→
  • Government consultation on Gloucestershire local government reorganisation ends→
  • Gloucestershire councils pursue West of England Combined Authority membership→
  • Up to 150 homes planned for Whitminster in new planning application→
  • Non-League Day produces significant results across Gloucestershire football→
  • The Wave inland surfing lake to open daily for 2026 season→

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