Serious Crash on A38 Winscombe Closes Somerset Road During Early Hours Friday, January 30, 2026 a38 winscombe somerset crash roadclosure police traffic emergency incident rushhour A serious crash on the A38 near Winscombe in Somerset has resulted in the road being closed in the early hours, causing significant disruption during rush hour. Emergency services, including the police, are currently at the …
Fatal Incident Reported on A38 Near Winscombe Friday, January 30, 2026 a38 winscombe accident fatality incident emergency investigation traffic road death A serious incident on the A38 near Winscombe has resulted in the death of a man. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, but despite their efforts, the individual was pronounced dead. Authorities are currently …
Revised Plans for 140 New Homes in Expanding Somerset Village Friday, January 30, 2026 templecombe somerse housing development vistry affordable planning community infrastructure landscape A plan to build 140 new homes in the growing Somerset village of Templecombe has been updated and is awaiting final approval from local councillors. The revised proposals come after initial plans in 2022 for 160 homes and a … Read More
Bridgwater KFC Granted Licence to Serve Until 5am Despite Antisocial Behaviour Concerns Friday, January 30, 2026 bridgwater kfc licensing drivethru antisocial noise council latenight somerset fastfood The KFC outlet in Bridgwater, located near junction 23 of the M5, has been granted permission to operate its drive-thru service until 5am daily. This change to its operating licence was approved by Somerset Council’s … Read More
Bridgwater KFC Approved to Serve Until 5am Despite Antisocial Behaviour Concerns Friday, January 30, 2026 bridgwater kfc licence antisocial behaviour noise takeaway drivethru latenight council Bridgwater’s KFC at Dunball, near junction 23 of the M5, has received approval to serve food and drinks until 5am daily, sparking a debate on potential noise and antisocial behaviour in the area. The fast-food chain applied … Read More
New Wetlands Planned to Support Major Somerset Housing Development Friday, January 30, 2026 wetlands somerset phosphates development environment crewkerne housing riverparrett biodiversity construction To ensure ongoing progress on one of Somerset’s largest housing developments, new wetlands are set to be created near the River Parrett. Taylor Wimpey Exeter is currently building the first phase of the Wool Gardens … Read More