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Three GCH customers have joined our working group to help shape how we deliver our cleaning services in the future. The group will work alongside GCH colleagues to review how cleaning services are currently delivered across our homes and neighbourhoods, and explore opportunities to improve consistency and quality. By involving customers at this stage, we […]

We are celebrating after Northgate Mansions was named Regional Winner (West of England) in the Best Small Social Housing Development category at the 2025 LABC Building Excellence Awards. The prestigious awards celebrate high-quality building projects and the people behind them, recognising outstanding design, construction, and partnership work across the UK. Delivered in partnership with Gloucester

As we enjoy the spooky fun, let’s look out for each other in the community. The Child Accident Prevention Trust have shared 12 top tips to keep your little ones safe this Halloween:  Remember Halloween costumes are highly flammable, so leep children away from naked flames. Try to buy costumes from a reputable store or website. 

We were proud to support Community Roots CIC in launching the new Westgate Community Pantry and Hub at 106 Westgate Street, Gloucester, on Friday 24 October. The Hub will offer a community food shop providing fresh produce and store cupboard essentials at reduced prices to support residents experiencing food hardship. It will operate as a

With more fires linked to lithium-ion batteries – particularly those used in e-scooters and e-bikes – Gloucestershire Fire & Rescue Service and the Gloucestershire Housing Providers Forum are urging residents to be aware of the risks. Lithium-ion batteries are commonly found in e-bikes, e-scooters, and some mobility scooters, and can pose a fire risk if

Colder days are on the way – a few quick checks now can save you worry (and keep you cosy) later.Here are 5 simple things to do before turning on your heating:  Test your boilerRun it for a few minutes to make sure it’s working properly. Better to spot problems now than when your home’s

GL Communities have begun holding free drop-in advice sessions at local Children and Family Centres. These sessions are designed to help families and individuals build a stronger financial future by offering practical support and guidance. Session details:  Tuesdays: The Beacon Children’s and family centre in Kingsway – 9:00am–12:00pm Wednesdays: The Oaks Children’s families Centre in

National Hate Crime Awareness Week (NHCAW) takes place from 11–18 October 2025 – and we’ll be adding our voice to the campaign. Hate has no home in Gloucester. Everyone should feel safe, respected and at home here. Hate crime is when someone is targeted because of who they are, or who others think they are

The latest issue of GCH Connect is out now The September issue of GCH Connect is packed with updates, advice and stories from across our communities. In this edition you’ll find: How we’re preparing for Awaab’s Law and upcoming electrical safety checks and supporting Gas Safety Week Celebrating inclusion at Gloucester Pride and a warm welcome

Local residents have overwhelmingly backed proposals for the demolition of Gloucester’s only tower block and its replacement with family homes. At a public consultation, 80 per cent of those who provided feedback said the proposals to redevelop Clapham Court are a good idea. Only 12% disagreed. An overwhelming 88% agreed that our aims to replace