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05
May
Trans rights under attack: The Supreme Court, the EHRC guidance, and what we can do about it

Trans rights under attack: The Supreme Court, the EHRC guidance, and what we can do about it

In this long-read explainer, Amplify Stroud breaks down the recent Supreme Court ruling and subsequent EHRC guidance, what it means, and how to fight it.
24 min read
03
May
The Healing Power of Singing

The Healing Power of Singing

It is hard to put into words what it is about singing in a group that feels so good, but my spirit soars each time we rehearse together, and even more so after our performances; I come away feeling alive, energised, and more appreciative of my life.
13 min read
01
May
Stroudies flock to Cheltenham to stand up for trans rights

Stroudies flock to Cheltenham to stand up for trans rights

Crowds came to Cheltenham from across Gloucestershire to speak out against new anti-trans ruling and guidance on Saturday
6 min read
11
Apr
‘PIP gives me quality of life’ — Locals share fears of planned benefits changes

‘PIP gives me quality of life’ — Locals share fears of planned benefits changes

Government plans to reform benefits for disabled people, known as Personal Independence Payments (PIP) have been met with a strong backlash from ill and disabled Stroudies, and have prompted concerns amongst local charities.
9 min read
08
Apr
There's a Goddess in the Cotswolds

There's a Goddess in the Cotswolds

Transdisciplinary artist Sarah Dixon explores Gloucestershire's divine feminine and considers the growth of Goddess paganism in Stroud
8 min read
31
Mar
What Ramadan means for Muslims in Stroud and Gloucester

What Ramadan means for Muslims in Stroud and Gloucester

Will Luker shares a community Iftar meal with Muslims in Stroud and Gloucester, during the Holy month of Ramadan
5 min read
24
Mar
Devolution for Gloucestershire?

Devolution for Gloucestershire?

Gloucestershire councils are going to be abolished and replaced with one or two Unitary Authorities linked to a regional Strategic Authority with an elected mayor. This is going to be a seismic shift for local democracy.
11 min read
14
Mar
What’s On at Stroud Film Festival This Week

What’s On at Stroud Film Festival This Week

Amplify's top picks and star-studded highlights for the festival's closing week
4 min read
02
Mar
Amplify Stroud meets Dr Simon Opher in Westminster

Amplify Stroud meets Dr Simon Opher in Westminster

Alex and Alyssa take on the world of politics, policy, and posh canteens with Stroud MP Dr Simon Opher
14 min read
15
Feb
NeoAncients in 2025

NeoAncients in 2025

Ahead of the upcoming return of NeoAncients to Stroud this May, we look back at Amplify coverage of last year's festival
5 min read