Monday, June 22, 2026 somerset councillor leave illhealth watchet stogursey council politics hinkley community

A Conservative councillor representing the Watchet and Stogursey division in rural Somerset has been granted a six-month leave of absence owing to ill health. Councillor Rosemary Woods, who has served since May 2022 and … Read More

Monday, June 22, 2026 frome education schools send consultation somerset reform twotier parents fromecollege

Frome parents have just weeks left to share their opinions on the most significant transformation to the town’s education system in decades. Currently, Frome is one of the few remaining areas in Somerset operating a … Read More

Monday, June 22, 2026 bridgwater flooding environment barrier construction parrett river defences infrastructure conservation

Flood defences downstream of Bridgwater’s new £249 million tidal barrier are on track to be completed before Christmas, the Environment Agency (EA) has confirmed. The tidal barrier, spanning the River Parrett near Express … Read More

Monday, June 22, 2026 bath studenthousing demand university accommodation realestate universityofbath studentlife housingmarket rental

Bath has emerged as the second most competitive student housing market in the UK, surpassing even London, according to a new report. For the 2026-2027 academic year, there will be an estimated 1,699 online searches for every … Read More

Monday, June 22, 2026 ofsted primary education inclusion behaviour leadership wellbeing attendance curriculum community

St Martin’s Church of England Primary School in Worle, Weston-super-Mare, has received glowing praise from Ofsted inspectors for its welcoming environment and outstanding pupil experience. The inspection report … Read More

Sunday, June 21, 2026 summer solstice stonehenge glastonbury celebration sunrise festival nature tradition southwest

The summer solstice of 2026 saw thousands of people gather at iconic locations like Stonehenge and Glastonbury Tor to celebrate the longest day of the year. At dawn, crowds assembled to witness the sun rise in perfect … Read More