Gloucester City Council wants to hear residents’ views on its 2025/26 budget

The consultation is now live and runs until 27 December. Residents have until then to submit their views on how Gloucester City Council should spend taxpayers’ money.

The consultation is a chance to influence the proposed budget for 2025/2026, due to be approved in February.

It will tell the council know what residents would prioritise when investing in areas like waste collections, street cleaning, combatting rough sleeping or helping to address climate change.

The council is looking at how it can achieve more efficiencies and identify income opportunities, while still delivering key services and value for money. It continues to deal with ongoing budget pressures and as a result it is looking for ways to save money.

Councillor Declan Wilson, Deputy Leader of Gloucester City Council, and Cabinet Member for Resources, said: “I would urge residents to have their say on the 2025/26 City Council budget.

“Our budget is limited, and we need to make sure it’s spent on the things that matter to people in Gloucester.

“The challenge for us is to make the necessary savings and generate income where we can, while continuing to deliver great services and ensuring value for money.”

The consultation has now closed.