Forest of Dean Is Ahead of the UK
Covid has created many changes in the way that we live, work and play due. Changes in work practices have had positive benefits in reducing carbon with less travel.
New Year: Future of Work Pioneer
2020 has been a huge year for change and pivoting of priorities.
FEP Elects a New Chair
In September 2020, Andrew Callard stood down as the Chair of the Forest Economic Partnership (FEP) after two and half years in post.
Cinderford Fastershire Project
Over the last few months you may have noticed improvements being made to the broadband infrastructure across the District and the County.
Folk2Folk Lending Opportunities
Can the Council fund your business? The economic recovery following COVID-19 requires local authorities to dig deep and support their local businesses as best they can.
Unemployment: What Help Is Out There
The StatisticsIn August 2020, the unemployment rate in the Forest of Dean grew from a pre-covid rate of 2. 3% to 5.
High Street Recovery
How is the High Street doing?2020 has been a challenging year for many people and businesses across the District, with many having to diversify to a new way of life.
FoDDC Business Start Up Grants
This week, Forest of Dean District Council launched their new grant scheme aimed at new businesses and social enterprise start-ups.
FEP Seeks New Chair
The 30 September 2020, will see a great change in the Forest Economic Partnership as Chair, Andrew Callard steps down following 2 ½ years in post.
7:15 Chepstow to Gloucester
An essential train service has been removed by Cross Country which both children and adults from the Forest of Dean / Monmouthshire rely on to get to school and work...
GFirst Post Covid Response
Since lockdown, GFirst LEP have been continuously working with the Government and local authorities in order to aid Gloucestershire business and communities in their recovery post Covid-19.
Is there a Broadband Problem?
Is there a problem with broadband in the Forest of Dean? This is the question that FEP has been asking with its How Fast How Good is your Broadband survey.