Saturday, June 20, 2026 somerset carparks parkingfines penaltycharges pcns parkingenforcement somersetcouncil trafficmanagement parkingrevenue localauthority

Somerset Council has disclosed which local car parks are most likely to result in parking fines. The council raises substantial revenue from parking penalties, formally known as penalty charge notices (PCNs), issued for … Read More

Saturday, June 20, 2026 development planning housing saltford bungalows overdevelopment council residential biodiversity approval

Plans to construct a cul-de-sac within the garden of a bungalow in Saltford have been approved following a reduction in the number of houses proposed. Originally, the developer aimed to demolish 22 The Tynings and build five … Read More

Saturday, June 20, 2026 vegan bath plantbased restaurant food inclusive allergyfriendly tzatziki meatless café

Meeting up with my childhood best friend—who’s vegan—meant I had to rethink our dining options in Bath. The usual steakhouses were off the table, fish and chips wouldn’t quite hit the spot, and KFC was definitely not … Read More

Saturday, June 20, 2026 bats conservation ecosystem southwest wildlife biodiversity pestcontrol habitat environment community

Bats are making an impressive comeback in the South West, with their populations experiencing a significant rise in recent years. This resurgence is a positive development that has far-reaching benefits for both the ecosystem … Read More

Friday, June 19, 2026 m5 somerset traffic police incident delay motorway emergency transport road

Traffic on the M5 in Somerset has come to a standstill following a police incident that has forced authorities to halt the flow of vehicles. Motorists are advised to expect significant delays as emergency services manage the … Read More

Friday, June 19, 2026 cheddar reservoir heatwave closure bristolwater safety weather metoffice ukhsa temperature

Cheddar Reservoir will be closed to the public from June 21 to 24 due to soaring temperatures and safety concerns. Bristol Water announced the temporary closure, citing “very little shade around the reservoir’s … Read More