Wednesday, January 14, 2026 reformuk somerset councillor defection conservative localgovernment politics transport community governance

Senior Conservative Councillor John Cook-Woodman has officially defected to Reform UK, marking the party’s third seat on Somerset Council. Having represented the Highbridge and Burnham South division since 2009, initially on … Read More

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 reformuk somerset councillor defection conservatives localgovernment politics johncookwoodman somersetcouncil transport

In a significant political shift, senior Conservative councillor John Cook-Woodman has joined Reform UK, increasing the party’s representation on Somerset Council to three members. Cook-Woodman has been a dedicated … Read More

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Bath Rugby have made a significant move to enhance their backrow options for the 2026/27 season by signing six-cap Springbok number eight Dan du Preez from Sale Sharks. The 30-year-old South African was close to rejoining his … Read More

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A significant development has occurred in the search for a missing man in Somerset. Craig Hurcombe, 40, was last seen around 6:20 pm on Thursday, January 1, near Gurney Slade. Originally reported missing to Wiltshire Police … Read More

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A public meeting is set to take place later this month to discuss ambitious plans for an off-road cycle and pedestrian route connecting Taunton and Wellington. The initiative, spearheaded by the Grand Western Greenway … Read More

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This month, the West of England is rolling out hundreds of new Real Time Information (RTI) screens across its bus network, enhancing the travel experience for passengers. So far, 150 screens have been installed and are … Read More