Saturday, August 2, 2025 development planning sustainability heritage community transport environment housing referendum somerset

Bath & North East Somerset Council has officially approved the High Littleton and Hallatrow Neighbourhood Development Plan (NDP), setting a clear framework for future development and land use in the parish, which includes … Read More

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Somerset Council has made a significant commitment to keep 82 bus routes operational across the county throughout this year, safeguarding essential transportation for commuters, students, and leisure travelers who depend on … Read More

Friday, August 1, 2025 motorcycle collision tribute accident dorset family memory swyre police crash

The family of Mike Shepherd, a beloved father who tragically lost his life in a multi-vehicle crash, have shared heartfelt tributes in his memory. The 50-year-old motorcyclist died at the scene of a collision on Sunday, July … Read More

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Stefon Winter, 73, a former resident of Goatacre near Calne, has been sentenced to 22 years in prison after being convicted of multiple historic child sex offences. Winter showed no remorse during sentencing at Swindon Crown … Read More

Friday, August 1, 2025 somerset nottinghamshire countychampionship cricket tomabell haseebhameed draw surrey rothesay trentbridge sport

Tom Abell’s composed half-century played a crucial role as Somerset battled to secure a draw during their Rothesay County Championship encounter at Trent Bridge. Despite a strong start from Nottinghamshire, who posted a … Read More

Friday, August 1, 2025 octagon yeovil theatre regeneration somerset council delay dcms funding design

The long-awaited £15 million regeneration of the Octagon Theatre in Yeovil has faced yet another delay, as Somerset Council officers revealed that the crucial outline business case has still not been submitted to the … Read More