



THIS WEEK'S STORIES
Our editorial team has selected some of the most interesting accounts of things happening in and around Tetbury - and the wider surrounding district.
We hope you find the selection valuably informative.


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FARMERS MAY HAVE A POINT
Farmers say the gov't isn't listening - and many across the UK might well agree. It's not just about inheritance tax on farms - it's about the gov't focus on enabling corporations to thrive - rather than the People.
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WADING THROUGH PAPERWORK
Documents to support the application for a massive Lime Down solar energy generation plant have been submitted. Now, local activists are having to wade through - and understand - all the technical papers.
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LIFE CAN BE MADE BETTER
We can have a system that serves us - and lower bills - AND a stronger economy. If only the gov't would say that! Instead, they'd prefer we had the reverse. Is it time for us to create the world we desire?

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COUNCILLORS LEVEL UP
CDC have given themselves a pay rise. In the midst of an era of service cuts and poverty claims, it's justified on the basis that a Screwfix job is better paid. It's not what most of us would have guessed.

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MYSTERY MAN SHOWS HIMSELF
The mystery councillor at the centre of the investigation - into irregular procurement and connections with contractors - has stepped forward. The transparency is to be applauded - we need more of that!

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BUDDYING UP IN HOSPITAL
Children facing lonely times in hospital - because their families can't be with them enough - will have companionship thanks to "Adventureman" aka Jamie, who is launching a charity called Ward Buddies.

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