Relief as police to retain presence at Bearland in Gloucester

There is relief across Gloucester after police confirmed they will keep a small but permanent presence in the city. Gloucestershire Constabulary has surrendered the 230-year lease on Bearland in exchange for £400,000 and a fresh agreement covering part of the ground and second floors.Under the new terms, the police will retain a public access reception area on the ground floor, a CCTV room and parking.As part of the deal, Gloucestershire County Council has also agreed to offer a lease on a...