Somerset Council Rejects Proposal for ‘Holiday Tax’ on Tourists Saturday, April 11, 2026 somerset tourism holidaytax localgovernment economy hospitality conservative levies visitors council Somerset Council has firmly ruled out the introduction of a ‘holiday tax’ on tourists, following concerns raised by Conservative councillors about the potential economic impact. The Labour government recently held a … Read More
Somerset Council Rejects Plans for Tourist ‘Holiday Tax’ Saturday, April 11, 2026 somerset tourism holidaytax localgovernment economy tourismindustry hospitality taxation localbusinesses government Somerset Council has firmly dismissed any plans to introduce a ‘holiday tax’ on tourists, responding to concerns raised by Conservative councillors over the potential impact on local businesses. The Labour government recently … Read More
Somerset Council Confirms No Plans for Holiday Tax Amid Tourism Concerns Saturday, April 11, 2026 somerset tourism holidaytax localgovernment visitorlevy hospitality economy council taxes business Somerset Council has definitively ruled out implementing any form of “holiday tax” for the foreseeable future, responding to concerns from local Conservative councillors about the impact such a levy could have on … Read More
Historic Somerset Coastal Pub Set for Major Refurbishment Saturday, April 11, 2026 pub refurbishment somerset minehead heritage coastal hospitality restoration tourism architecture The Old Ship Aground, a storied pub located on Minehead’s Quay Street and a cherished stop along the South West Coast Path, is poised for significant refurbishment pending approval. Operating under Hall & Woodhouse, … Read More
Historic Somerset Coast Pub Set for Major Refurbishment Saturday, April 11, 2026 somerset minehead pub refurbishment historic coastpath hallwoodhouse hotel planning heritage The Old Ship Aground, an iconic pub located along the South West Coast Path in Minehead, Somerset, is set to undergo significant refurbishment pending approval of fresh plans. This historic venue has been a prominent feature … Read More
Concerns Persist Over “Oppressive” 19-Bed HMO in Redevelopment of Iconic Weston Grand Central Hotel Saturday, April 11, 2026 weston-super-mare grandcentral development hmo planning regeneration housing controversy council taelon Plans to transform the dilapidated Grand Central Hotel in Weston-super-Mare into new homes have sparked ongoing controversy, as council officers continue to raise concerns about the impact of a proposed 19-bedroom house in … Read More