Wednesday, March 25, 2026 britainsgottalent martyncrofts comedy inquest suicide tributes skipton entertainment daleks tribute

A coroner’s inquest has officially concluded the tragic death of Martyn Crofts, the beloved entertainer and comedian known for his memorable appearances on Britain’s Got Talent. Martyn Crofts, aged 55, reached the semi-finals … Read More

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Avon & Somerset Police have issued a stark warning: there is no safe or legal way to strangle your partner during sex. In response to a troubling rise in cases involving young people being choked during consensual … Read More

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Bath Rugby club captain Ben Spencer experienced some discomfort on Friday night but has not sustained a serious injury, according to head coach Johann van Graan. Spencer hurt his shoulder while scoring one of Bath’s nine … Read More

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 hmo bridgwater planning development parking residential council neighborhood overdevelopment approval

Plans to convert a six-bedroom property at 11 Church Street, near Bridgwater bus station, into an eight-bedroom house of multiple occupation (HMO) have been narrowly approved by Somerset Council. Brown Management Services Ltd … Read More

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Somerset is set to welcome up to 150 new homes near the £4 billion Agratas gigafactory after local councillors approved outline plans, sparking mixed reactions among residents. The gigafactory, located within the Gravity … Read More

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 fostercare socialwork restructure protest bath children unison consultation government labour

Controversial plans by Bath and North East Somerset Council to cut social work staff are raising alarms that foster carers will be forced to leave, deepening an already critical shortage. Two foster carers spoke at the full … Read More