Serving Army Corporal at RNAS Yeovilton Dies in Motorbike Crash Friday, August 22, 2025 motorcycle accident fatality army rnas yeovilton investigation speed tribute family A devoted father and serving army corporal stationed at RNAS Yeovilton tragically lost his life in a motorbike accident, an inquest has revealed. Jack Bray, 31, from Axminster, was commuting to work when his black Suzuki … Read More
Man Jailed for Displaying Imitation Firearm and Drug Possession in Lidl Incident Friday, August 22, 2025 imitation firearm drugs lidl warminster trowbridge police theft sentencing violence Marcin Raczak, a 28-year-old resident of Harford Street, Trowbridge, has been sentenced to nine months in prison following a series of alarming incidents involving an imitation firearm and illegal drugs. The sentencing took … Read More
New Property Tax Proposed for Homes Valued Over £500,000 Friday, August 22, 2025 propertytax stampduty housingmarket treasury rachelreeves counciltax ukhousing taxation labour localgovernment The UK Treasury is reportedly considering replacing stamp duty with a new property tax targeting homes valued over £500,000. This potential shift could significantly reshape the property market and how buyers and sellers … Read More
Met Office Predicts Warm August Bank Holiday Before Ex-Hurricane Erin Brings Unsettled Weather Friday, August 22, 2025 metoffice weather august bankholiday sunshine temperatures hurricaneerin rain wind forecast The Met Office has forecasted that Somerset and much of the UK will enjoy above-average temperatures this August Bank Holiday Monday. As the three-day weekend kicks off on August 23, many hope for one last taste of summer … Read More
Police Shut Down Somerset Flat After 18 Months of Drug-Related Disturbances Friday, August 22, 2025 somerset bridgwater police closure antisocial drugabuse nuisance community safety housing A flat in Bridgwater’s Wyndham Mews, Silver Street, has been shut down following 18 months of drug-related anti-social behaviour that severely disrupted neighbours’ lives. On Wednesday, August 20, Taunton Magistrates’ Court … Read More
Live Updates: M5 Traffic Disruptions Due to Crashes and Holiday Volume Friday, August 22, 2025 m5 traffic accidents jams delays holiday travel congestion emergency roadsafety Traffic on the M5 is experiencing significant disruption today as multiple crashes combined with holiday travel have led to severe congestion. Motorists are advised to expect substantial delays and plan alternative routes …