Our Strategic Partnerships
In Gloucestershire, we work within a three-tiered government structure, with the county council at the top, six district councils below it, and our local councils forming the third closest to our communities. Partnering with district and county councils ensures a mutual understanding of grassroots work and fosters effective communication across all levels of government.
We also collaborate with non-governmental organisations that provide vital services and support to our councils. Additionally, our corporate partners offer exceptional services to our members, often at discounted rates due to these partnerships.
Our role is to facilitate the flow of information, ensuring that the experiences and successes of our councils inform larger policy decisions. These partnerships help us start important conversations and highlight the crucial role local councils play in enhancing residents' lives.
Explore our partners below to learn more about these valuable collaborations.
Find out what the county council's responsibilities are, from reporting roads' issues to planning and your community's wellbeing
There are five parishes in this borough, working closely with their district regarding planning, elections and integrated community projects
The county's largest district stretches from Mickleton in the north to Lechlade on Thames in the south, bordering three counties
Home to the Wye River Valley and bordering our Welsh neighbour, the Forest councils are county leaders in Climate and Biodiverity action
Gloucester City is not parished, except the large town of Quedgeley, a Quality Gold Council with a robust community engagement plan
Stroud Town and its neighbouring parishes are known for bustling markets, busy high streets, beautiful woodlands and eclectic communities
Tewkesbury councils find themselves at the centre of large-scale housing projects, requiring support and understanding
GAPTC enjoys a close affiliation to the national association who represent the interests of local councils, advocating nationally
The body for local council clerks equipping members with the knowledge, training and skills to thrive in their role and support their council
GAPTC enjoys a lively relationship with the constabulary, acting as conduit for information flow, keeping our members informed
Through the OPCC's Advocacy Scheme councillors participate regularly in safety briefings and work closely with their community officers
Helps build strong, healthy, sustainable communities in Gloucestershire using specialised knowledge, experience and networks
Advocating nationwide for countryside and green spaces that are accessible, sustainable and available to all communities
Specialists in modernising the local government sector by delivering bespoke tech services that address the specific needs of councils
An accounts package with full accounting support, purpose built for local councils it easily produces compliant Council accounts
Town and parish council website package using modern, accessible and responsive gov.uk design standards at affordable prices
GAPTC is a new member of this important forum and ensures that our councils have a voice in the county's plan for a sustainable future
Stroud Town and its neighbouring parishes are known for bustling markets, busy high streets, beautiful woodlands and eclectic communities