Somerset MP Calls for Prime Minister's Support on £11bn Tidal Lagoon Project Monday, January 12, 2026 tidallagoon renewableenergy somerset infrastructure cleanenergy hinkleypoint government jobs environment sustainable Rachel Gilmour, the Liberal Democrat MP for Tiverton and Minehead, has urged Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to personally engage with plans for an ambitious £11 billion tidal lagoon in Somerset. The proposed project, led by … Read More
Somerset MP Calls for Prime Minister Meeting on £11bn Tidal Lagoon Project Monday, January 12, 2026 tidallagoon renewableenergy somerset infrastructure cleanenergy hinkleypoint economicdevelopment solarenergy transportation government sport Rachel Gilmour, the Liberal Democrat MP for Tiverton and Minehead, has formally requested a meeting with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to discuss an ambitious tidal lagoon project in her constituency. The £11 billion … Read More
Dearly-loved dad and grandfather among 24 death notices from Somerset Sunday, January 11, 2026 obituaries somerset funeral tribute memorials deathnotices condolences bereavement remembrance donations Announcing the passing of loved ones through local news media is a time-honoured tradition, and we are humbled by the trust placed in us to share these significant announcements. Every funeral notice published in our … Read More
Dearly Loved Dad and Grandfather Remembered Among 24 Somerset Death Notices Sunday, January 11, 2026 obituaries somerset funeral memorial tributes condolences deathnotices charity family remembrance Announcing the passing of a loved one in local news has been a respected tradition for generations, and we are honoured to be entrusted with these important announcements. Every death notice we publish in our newspaper and on … Read More
Defiant Bridgwater Residents Unite Against Racism Sunday, January 11, 2026 bridgwater racism community protest unity xenophobia equality activism diversity solidarity This past weekend, Bridgwater residents decisively voiced their stance against racism, emphasizing that such behavior will not be tolerated in their community. On Saturday, January 10, people of all ages convened at Cornhill … Read More
Defiant Bridgwater Locals Unite Against Racism Sunday, January 11, 2026 bridgwater racism community unity diversity protest inclusion xenophobia farming activism This past weekend, Bridgwater residents came together in a powerful stand against racism, making it clear that prejudice and discrimination are unwelcome in their town. On Saturday, January 10, a diverse crowd gathered at the … Read More