Thursday, June 4, 2026 planning somerset travellers appeal ecology injunction development legal council eviction

Residents of the Greenacres travellers’ site on Oxen Lane in North Curry, Somerset, may be forced to leave following a failed appeal against the local council’s refusal of planning permission. The site, which has faced … Read More

Thursday, June 4, 2026 waverley birnbeck restoration paddlesteamer westonpier bristolchannel heritage piers maritime tourism

The iconic Waverley paddle steamer could soon be making daily visits to Weston-super-Mare with the planned reopening of Birnbeck Pier. A major restoration project is currently revitalizing the historic and long-neglected … Read More

Thursday, June 4, 2026 ashcombe ofsted primary teaching leadership behaviour inclusion wellbeing curriculum education

Ashcombe Primary School in Weston-super-Mare has received an Ofsted report that highlights a caring environment but identifies inconsistencies in teaching quality. Pupils at the school reportedly feel safe and well-supported, … Read More

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 police collision wiltshire a350 hospital crash investigation m4 emergency iopc

A woman was hospitalized on Wednesday, June 3, following a collision between a marked police car and a black Mini Cooper on the A350 near Chippenham, Wiltshire. The crash occurred shortly after midday on the northbound … Read More

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 rnas yeovilton merlin helicopter crash devon royalnavy training investigation military

A somber announcement has come from the Royal Naval Air Station (RNAS) Yeovilton after a tragic helicopter crash this morning claimed the lives of three Royal Navy personnel. The fatal accident occurred during a military … Read More

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 parking keynsham bath consultation permits park&ride traffic safety council charges

Bath and North East Somerset Council has decided to drop its plan to introduce Saturday parking charges at Keynsham’s Bath Hill East Car Park following concerns from residents and local businesses. The proposed change, aimed … Read More