The Executive Director of Adult Services, Wellbeing and Communities awarded block contracts for the Community Bridging Service on 20/08/2026. These contracts will provide domiciliary care for complex needs and will run for five years and six months from October 1st, 2026.

The Director of Public Health approved the submission of a Stage 2 application for up to £1 million in funding for a Gloucestershire Veterans and Forces Hub on 17/08/2026. This hub will provide coordinated guidance and support to veterans and the wider Armed Forces community. Further assurance checks will be conducted if the application is successful before entering into funding and partnership agreements.

The Cabinet approved the continued implementation of the Strategic Estate Plan 2016-2030 and the adoption of a revised Mission Statement for the Rural Estate on 23 September 2026. They also approved officer responses to recommendations from the Rural Estate Task and Finish Group and the associated Operating Delivery Model.