The Space West programme hosted by the National Composites Centre, in partnership with West of England Combined Authority, CFMS, the University of Bath, the University of Bristol and the University of the West of England.

🌹I am delighted to have the support of Councillor Ian Boulton, Co-leader and Cabinet Member for Education, Skills, Employment and Business, South Gloucestershire Council 🤝Working in partnership with local leaders is how the West of England thrives 👉 tomrenhard.co.uk

Paul Stephenson, who led Bristol’s - and Britain’s - civil rights movement in the 1960s, has passed away. If you didn’t know about him, or the campaigns he was involved in that changed the UK, here’s a thread - please share. bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-n…

"His spirit will live on" ❤️ The civil rights campaigner Paul Stephenson - who led the Bristol Bus Boycott in 1963 - has died. Read about his incredible life here ➡️ bbc.in/4ft5Sfk

Dr Paul Stephenson OBE was a giant of the civil rights movement who's work will continue to inspire. He was loved & admired & will be deeply missed. I was humbled to meet Dr Stephenson, including at the MTM Awards (pictured), and will treasure these times. Rest in Power

Edith’s career journey at Airbus across three countries and two divisions (Airbus and Airbus Defence and Space) has broadened her perspective on leadership and collaboration.

Headteacher Rachel Dean explains the difference between universal infant school meals and the free school meals your children can get if you’re on qualifying benefits. Check if you’re eligible and apply for free school meals 👉 orlo.uk/Free_School_Me…

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With the first snow of the winter falling yesterday and the first frost this morning, our gritters headed out across South Gloucestershire to keep our roads safe. Shaun Wilson, our operations and highway maintenance manager, shares top tips for drivers when the temperature drops.

Voting has closed among local Labour members to select our West of England Mayoral Combined Authority Mayoral Candidate and the result will be announced tomorrow. I have been delighted to endorse Tom Renhard, however I have been impressed by Nicola Beech & Helen Godwin. Any of them will do us very proud.

Congratulations Helen Godwin selected as Labour's candidate for West of England Combined Authority Mayor.

Congratulations to Helen Godwin on being selected as our West of England Mayoral Combined Authority Mayoral Candidate. I'm looking forward to working with you over the coming months & years to deliver for our wonderful region. Well done to Tom Renhard & Nicola Beech on your positive & impactful campaigns.

Great work by our Trading Standards Team.

Prime Minister @keir_starmer just announced a £27 million investment in opt-out HIV testing in 81 A&Es in England at a World AIDS Day reception at UK Prime Minister. This will save lives, tackle inequalities and save money, says our Chief Executive Richard Angell 🇺🇦. #WorldAIDSDay

Last week was an historic moment in the long campaign for justice for mineworkers. We've ended the scandal of the Mineworkers' Pension Scheme, and now over 100,000 former mineworkers are getting a 32% boost in their pensions. That's the difference this Government makes.

Did you know two-thirds of our annual budget is spent caring for the most vulnerable? Every pound of council tax goes a long way but we're facing increasingly difficult choices. We want residents to have their say. To share your views, visit orlo.uk/Budget_Consult…

Wishing you all the very best wishes of the season. Happy Christmas.

Congratulations to the wonderful Helen Holland on being recognised for her services to Local Government and to the community of Hartcliffe and Withywood with an MBE in the #NewYearsHonours So well deserved.

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