Extension of soft plastics recycling trial is ‘brilliant news’ for South Glos Thursday, 9 May, 2024 The extension of the popular soft plastics recycling trial has been welcomed by councillors. This month, a further 23,000 households will be included in the scheme that sees ‘soft’ plastics such as plastic bags and wrappers recycled separately. The Conservative councillors on South Gloucestershire Council have described the latest extension as “brilliant news” for South Glos as it will help to... Local News
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New Village Bus Link 15th April 2014 Bus campaigners have welcomed the launch of a new bus service over the weekend Local News
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Approval for £206million capital investment plan 20th March 2014 New youth and leisure facilities, faster broadband, cul-de-sac resurfacing and better transport Local News
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