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BRISTOL PARKWAY STATION APPROVED FOR NEW PLANS

The plans for the new station have been approved by South Gloucestershire Council’s cabinet. The goal is to create a modern station that is more accessible and connected with the neighboring communities of Stoke Gifford, Harry Stoke, and Bradley Stoke. The new station will include walking and cycling routes, improved connections to bus services, new retail and leisure facilities, community spaces, and housing and employment space. The masterplan, which has been written following six weeks of public engagement over the summer, aims to transform the site into a ‘living station’ where people want to spend time. Four unique areas will be connected by a new street running through the site. These areas include: A new community park called St Michael’s Place A station building and public space called Station Square A new nature reserve and green space called Stoke Gifford Park New employment area called he Brickworks SGC has worked in partnership with Network Rail, GWR and the West of England Combined Authority on the masterplan. Cabinet member for transport Steve Reade, said: “This new masterplan is an ambitious vision to transform Bristol Parkway into a major new destination and for it to become a fitting gateway for the region and South Gloucestershire. This masterplan reimagines Bristol Parkway as a destination complete with a new station, places where people can work, meet friends and family, as well as providing new parks where residents can enjoy the outdoors." Dan Okey, head of regional development at GWR, said: “The plan rightly sets an ambitious vision for the station and surrounding development. Improving interchange, station capacity and enhancing customer facilities are central to the vision. “We look forward to working with our partners to turn this into reality, as we work to re-value rail in the hearts and minds of the travelling public.” Malcolm Parsons, Network Rail industry programme director, said: “The Bristol Parkway masterplan, which we’ve worked on with SGC, GWR and Weca is an ambitious reimagining of the station as an improved gateway to the north Bristol area and beyond. “The plan focuses on enhanced connectivity with the surrounding communities and puts accessibility at the heart of Bristol Parkway with improved facilities for those who use wheelchairs and other mobility aids.”

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The next ‘Night of the Stars’ event celebrating the heroes of hospitality in Bristol is set to be the biggest and best yet. The fifth awards evening, organised and hosted by the Bristol Hoteliers Association (BHA), takes place on Thursday March 2 at Ashton Gate stadium. Almost 400 people – a record number – are set to attend which the BHA says is a welcome vote of confidence for the city’s hospitality businesses, which have endured an extremely challenging period over the past couple of years. Nominations are now being invited from BHA hotels for a number of award categories: Employee of the Year (front of house); Employee of the Year (heart of house); Rising Star; Chef of the Year (up to Sous Chef level); Hotel Bright Idea & Best Innovation; Team of the Year; Unsung Hero; Community Spirit and Green Initiative. BHA Chair Raphael Herzog said: “Around 350 people attended our last Night of the Stars, in February this year, so we are delighted to have almost 400 already set to attend the next one. “After the past few years – with Brexit and the pandemic – it is more important than ever to recognise and reward the incredible efforts of our inspiring individuals and talented teams. “We would not be able to put on this event without the generous support of our sponsors, to whom we are extremely grateful.” There are nine main awards sponsors this year: Bristol Sports (Ashton Gate); Johnson Laundry, Bristol Bid Team/VisitWest, Bristol College, Limber, Entegra Procurement Services, Molson Coors, 6 O’Clock Gin and Sounds Commercial. The welcome drink is being sponsored by Pommery Champagne and FXC Brands. Mr Herzog said: “Their support shows everyone who is working so hard in Bristol’s hospitality industry that their efforts are recognised and valued.” In addition to honouring Bristol’s hospitality heroes, the glittering gala will also help raise vital funds for Bristol Autism Support, a charity which provides valuable assistance to thousands of local families affected by autism. Anyone who wants to find out more about the BHA and the Night of the Stars event should visit www.bristol-hoteliers.co.uk

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