The local NPT were out in Lechlade carrying out Speed checks along Burford Road on Wednesday 14/07/21. During this time approximately 7 vehicles were caught on the Tru Cam exceeding the 30mph speed limit. Files prepared and drivers should expect a NIP through the post (Notice of intended prosecutions). Regards Fairford & Lechlade Team source […]

We are experiencing a high number of calls where cars are getting stuck or coming off the road. Only consider travelling today if you have a 4×4. A429 Fosseway is passable with care but the hills are becoming blocked with cars getting stuck.A44 Stow to Broadway single track only with two lorries broken down. Road […]

If you’re in a location potentially at risk of flooding then make sure you’re familiar with the guidance and information at https://www.cotswold.gov.uk/environment/flooding/ . The before, during and after guide from the Environment Agency is a handy reference https://www.cotswold.gov.uk/…/preparing-your-home-for… (Update: Latest updates this morning from residents adjacent the river indicate that levels have dropped a little […]

Storm Bella will hit the District later on with strong winds and more rain forecast which will affect areas recently affected by flooding. If you are worried your property may flood, please see our flooding pages here for advice:http://orlo.uk/MKZqH Flood warnings for the Cotswolds are published on the Environment Agency website – http://orlo.uk/NEPmr

To watch the message from Cllrs Joe Harris and Andrew Doherty, please click the following link: https://www.facebook.com/CotswoldDC/videos/724302371522437 Streets around the Abbey grounds and Spitalgate area of Cirencester have experienced flooding and there are possibilities that around 70 homes will lose power this evening. Residents are advised not to leave their homes unless they are sure […]

We often talk about the dangers of driving after a night out in respect to how much drugs or alcohol a person has consumed. Even the next day after a night on the drink a person can still be over the limit for alcohol and face a minimum 12 month ban, drugs like cocaine and […]

Today we have been supporting our Special Constabulary colleagues as part of Operation Squirrel. Two cars have been seized. One for no insurance in Fairford and another in Moreton for no tax ( ran out in February 2020 )The officers also supported an ambulance crew in Kempsford where an elderly lady fell over in the […]

After numerous requests and concerns of speeding from local residents in the Lechlade area. This afternoon Wednesday 11th November 2020 your local Neighbourhood Pcso was out on STATION ROAD, carrying out speed checks in partnership with the Police Speed Enforcement Team. Within a space of 25 minutes 10 vehicles were caught exceeding the 30 MPH […]

Under current legislation, powered transporters – which includes electric scooters, e-hover boards, electric powered unicycle wheels and e-Segways – cannot be driven on public pavements or roads. Although many are available to buy from high street stores, they cannot be ridden freely on the country’s streets. They can only be used on private land with […]

This week we are checking tyre tread depths as the winter approaches. Op Tread allows us to set up checkpoints and stop cars to check tyres are the legal limit. The minimum depth allowed is 1.6mm. A quick test is to put a 20p piece into the tyre tread grooves. If you can’t see the […]