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BBC News
7 hours ago
- BBC News
New team to tackle Gloucester city centre antisocial behaviour
A new initiative, thought to be one of the first in the country, has been launched to tackle antisocial behaviour "from start to finish".Gloucester City Council has allocated £200,000 for the two-year scheme, which will involve finding long-term accommodation for homeless people by employing two new engagement council hopes to "take ownership" of antisocial behaviour in the city and "see [individuals] through the whole journey", said Josh Griffiths, one of the new Rebecca Trimnell said the initiative had been created over concerns from residents regarding antisocial behaviour, such as swearing and shouting, but also the welfare of vulnerable people. "We've got lots of different agencies that do a fantastic job with these individuals," Mr Griffiths said. "When you go out and talk to these people, there is a story, there is a person behind that and you can see they don't want to be in that situation."We want to give [them] that constant individual to see them through the whole journey."The initiative is in line with one of the objectives in Gloucester City Council's new corporate plan to ensure people feel safe in the city centre and antisocial behaviour and crime are dealt with appropriately. Emily Bolland, the council's community safety lead, said the new engagement officers will be a "consistent resource"."We know the issues we're seeing are rooted in drinking, drugs and trauma people have had in the past," she said."And we know that those issues can't be dealt with if we just engage with people sporadically, and they can't only be dealt with through enforcement."The new officers are here to engage on a very person-centred basis to try and change those behaviours."
BBC News
a day ago
- General
- BBC News
Gloucester's Clapham Court could be replaced with new family homes
Fresh plans to demolish an 11-storey tower block in Gloucester and replace it with new family homes will "improve living conditions for residents".A planning application by Gloucester City Homes to replace Clapham Court was refused last year, because of concerns about parking and the new plans include a revised layout with fewer homes and extra parking Executive, Guy Stenson, said Clapham Court "no longer meets current housing demand". Clapham Court, in Alvin Street, is Gloucester's only tower plans would see it demolished and replaced by a mix of one, two, three and four-bedroom will also be parking, along with a new pharmacy and play area. "Clapham Court is more than 60 years old," Mr Stenson said."Our aim is to ensure that the new scheme will provide better quality housing and a design that respects the conservation area."Removing the outdated tower block would also enhance the area's appearance and improve living conditions for nearby residents," he added."We are committed to working with the council, residents, and stakeholders to mitigate the concerns raised by some members resulting in the decision to refuse planning permission."We remain dedicated to creating homes that improve lives and the community in Kingsholm." A consultation event at the building gave people the opportunity to find out more about the resident, Simon O'Brien, lived at Clapham Court for more than six years. "I had a brilliant view. I could see the rugby ground so didn't have to buy a ticket. I could watch games from my bedroom," he said."But the roof on the tenth floor was leaking all the time."The plans are alright, I'd like to come back." Tanina Visaranta said she had known the building "all my life". "I had friends here that I visited many times," she added."I will be sad to see it go, because it's so iconic. But I do recognise that some of the materials used to construct it need replacing and I understand the need for family homes," she said."I came to find out more about the timescale, how it's financed and the affect it would have on local schools and GP surgeries."
The Herald Scotland
a day ago
- Sport
- The Herald Scotland
Edinburgh Rugby Investec Champions Cup matches confirmed
"Edinburgh will kick off their European journey with a massive home opener against French giants RC Toulon at Hive Stadium on Sunday 7 December, kick-off 5.30pm. This promises to be a spectacular start to the campaign, as Edinburgh look to lay down an early marker against one of European rugby's most decorated clubs. "Sean Everitt's men will then embark on their first away trip, facing Castres Olympique at Stade Pierre-Fabre on Sunday 14 December (kick-off 1pm GMT). This rematch follows encounters in the 2022/23 and 2023/24 seasons, with Edinburgh notably securing a famous Investec Champions Cup away win against the French side in January 2023. "The new year will see the capital side return to Hive Stadium for a massive Friday night lights clash in Round 3, hosting Gloucester on Friday 9 January, kick-off 8pm. Edinburgh faced the Kingsholm outfit in both the 2023/24 and 2024/25 EPCR Challenge Cup campaigns, setting the stage for another compelling Anglo-Scottish encounter. European rugby: locked in 🔒 Your @ChampionsCup fixtures are here and it's going to be epic! Don't miss it ➡️ — Edinburgh Rugby (@EdinburghRugby) July 15, 2025 "Edinburgh will conclude their European pool stage fixtures with a highly anticipated Friday night clash away to Bath at The Rec on Friday 9 January, kick-off 8pm. "This fixture is a rematch of last season's thrilling EPCR Challenge Cup semi-final, where Bath emerged victorious 24-39 in a captivating encounter at a capacity Hive Stadium, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this contest against the reigning Gallagher Premiership and EPCR Challenge Cup Champions. "The best way to secure your place at two monumental European nights at Hive Stadium against RC Toulon and Gloucester is with a 2025/26 season ticket! With limited places available, supporters are encouraged to secure their season ticket TODAY and be part of two huge can't-miss fixtures."
Irish Independent
a day ago
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Munster's Páirc Uí Chaoimh Champions Cup debut set for mid-December as competition's pool schedule is revealed
History will be made this year when Supervalu Páirc Uí Chaoimh will host Champions Cup rugby for the first time as Munster will face Gloucester on Saturday, December 13, (KO 5.30) at the Gaelic games venue.
Irish Examiner
a day ago
- Sport
- Irish Examiner
Munster will take on Gloucester in an historic Champions Cup clash at Páirc Uí Chaoimh
Munster's historic first Champions Cup game at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh will be against Gloucester on Saturday December 13. Munster have played at the famous Cork GAA venue on two previous occasions selling out both times with an record crowd attendance of 41,400 in November 2022 when they took on South Africa A in a thrilling encounter. Munster will be on the road for their opening clash when they head to The Rec to take on Bath, fresh from their historic treble, on Saturday December 6 (8pm). The competition kicks off on Friday December 5 with Sale Sharks hosting Glasgow Warriors at Salford Community Stadium (8pm) while Bayonne take on the Stormers at Stade Jean-Dauger (9pm local time). On Saturday December 6, Leinster welcome Premiership side Harlequins with the venue yet to be decided due to continued works on the redevelopment of the RDS. They are on the road for round two when they head to Welford Road to take on Leicester Tigers on Friday December 12 (8pm). Last year's champions Bordeaux Bègles kick off their campaign when they travel to South Africa to take on the Bulls at Loftus Versfeld (5.15pm local time). Six times champions Toulouse are at home for their first round when they take on Sharks at the Stade Ernest Wallon on Sunday December 7 (5.30pm local time) in what is a round one blockbuster clash. Pau make a return to the top-tier competition for the first time in 25 years and they have a home fixture against Northampton Saints (2pm local time). In the EPCR Challenge Cup, Ulster will kick of their campaign when they welcome Racing 92 to the Affidea Stadium on Friday December 5 (8pm). Connacht will be the last off the Irish sides to kick off their European fixture when they travel to Ospreys on Sunday December 7 (3.15pm). Investec Champions Cup fixtures 2025/26 (all times local times) Round 1 Friday December 5: Sale Sharks v Glasgow Warriors, Salford Community Stadium, 8pm; Bayonne v Stormers, Stade Jean Dauger, 8pm. Saturday December 6: Saracens v Clermont Auvergne, StoneX Stadium, 1pm; Bulls v Bordeaux Bègles, Loftus Versfeld, 3.15pm (local time); La Rochelle v Leicester Tigers, Stade Marcel Deflandre, 5.30pm; Leinster v Harlequins, TBD, 5.30pm; Scarlets v Bristol Bears, Parc y Scarlets, 8pm; Bath v Munster, The Rec, 8pm. Sunday December 7: Pau v Northampton Saints, Stade du Hameau, 1pm; Toulouse v Sharks, Stade Ernest Wallon, 3.15pm; Gloucester v Castres, Kingsholm, 3.15pm; Edinburgh v RC Toulon, TBD, 5.30pm. Round 2 Friday December 12: Leciester Tigers v Leinster, Welford Road, 8pm. Saturday December 13: Stormers v La Rochelle, TBD, 1pm; Sharks v Saracens, Kings Park, 3.15pm; Clermont Auvergne v Sale Sharks, Stade Marcel-Michelin, 3.15pm; Bordeaux Bègles v Scarlets, Stade Chaban-Delmas, 5.30pm; Munster v Gloucester, Páirc Uí Chaoimh, 5.30pm; Glasgow Warriors v Toulouse, Scotstoun Stadium, 8pm. Sunday December 14: Harlequins v Bayonne, Twickenham Stoop, 1pm; Castres v Edinburgh, Stade Pierre-Fabre, 1pm; Toulon v Bath, Stade Felix Mayol, 3.15pm; Northampton Saints v Bulls, Franklin's Gardens, 3.15pm; Bristol Bears v Pau, Ashton Gate, 5.30pm.
