Tuesday, June 23, 2026 somerset schools closure heatwave temperature weather health precaution warning education

Authorities in Somerset have announced the closure of all schools as the region faces an intense red heat warning. Temperatures are expected to reach dangerously high levels, posing significant health risks to students and … Read More

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 somerton housing development planning somerset traffic schools affordablehousing infrastructure flooding

Plans to build 56 new homes just a short walk from King Ina Church of England Academy in Somerton, Somerset, have been unanimously approved by local councillors after earlier delays. Developed by Bloor Homes South West, the … Read More

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 somerset finance cipfa localgovernment conservatives libdems budget council elections audit

Somerset’s two dominant political parties are at loggerheads following a scathing independent review of the county council’s financial management. The Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA) conducted an … Read More

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 bath rugby footpath eviction boaters council recreationground safety access riverside sport

A footpath running alongside the River Avon between Bath Rugby’s Recreation Ground and the river is set to close temporarily on match days, coinciding with the recent eviction of houseboats moored nearby. Bath and North East … Read More

Monday, June 22, 2026 thunderstorms lightning hail flooding tornado metoffice weather southwest warnings storms

Thunderstorms are currently sweeping across parts of the South West of England, prompting the Met Office to issue a yellow weather warning. The alert, in effect until 9pm on Monday, June 22, warns of frequent lightning … Read More

Monday, June 22, 2026 somerset warwickshire countychampionship cricket craigoverton tomrew partnership spinbowling draw taunton sport

Craig Overton delivered his third Rothesay County Championship century of the season as Somerset and Warwickshire battled to a hard-fought draw at the Cooper Associates Ground in Taunton. Stepping up as captain in the absence … Read More