Artist impression of someone cycling by river Avon in St Philip's Marsh

St Philip's Marsh Masterplan Framework

The St Philip's Marsh Masterplan Framework was endorsed by the Economy and Skills Policy Committee on 28 September 2026.

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Proposal to expand two special schools in Bristol - Briarwood School and Kingsweston School

The Director for Education, Inclusion and Skills approved the recommendations on 3 September 2026.

Artist impression of future regional cycling hub from above

Bristol Regional Cycling Hub engagement survey

On 9 July 2026, the Transport and Connectivity Policy Committee approved the Full Business Case and its submission to the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority.

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Civil penalty policy for private housing related offences and breaches consultation

The Civil Penalty Policy for private housing related offences and breaches was approved by the Homes and Housing Delivery Policy Committee on 17 June 2026.

Image of proposed permanent layout at Beaufort Road within the EBLN area. The section is marked as pedestrian and cycle access only

East Bristol Liveable Neighbourhood (EBLN) Full Business Case

The Transport and Connectivity Committee approved proposals to submit the scheme's Full Business Case to the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority for funding and to progress with the detailed designs for the permanent measures.

Children playing football on a pitch near Ashton Gate

Bristol Playing Pitch Strategy 2026 to 2040 consultation

The Playing Pitch Strategy (2026–2040) was approved by the Committee for Public Health and Communities on 26 June 2026.

Children in a school classroom

Consultation on proposed school term and holiday dates for 2027 to 2028

The Director for Education, Inclusion and Skills approved the proposed term dates on 8 June 2026. 

20mph sign

A432 Safer Road Consultation

We've published the A432 consultation report in partnership with South Gloucestershire Council.

View of high rise buildings in Bristol

Bristol Co-living Supplementary Planning Document

The Co-Living Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) was adopted on 1 June 2026 by the Economy and Skills Policy Committee.

Cyclist in the EBLN area

Proposed changes to modal filters in the East Bristol Liveable Neighbourhood (EBLN)

Following feedback from the consultation, the Economy of Place Director approved the making of the Traffic Regulation Orders.

Budget 2026 to 2027 consultation

Full Council agreed our budget for 2026/27 on 12 February 2026.

Council tax will rise by 4.99%, which includes 2% to support adult social care.

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