Jill Dando Honoured with Blue Plaque at Weston-super-Mare Newspaper Offices Thursday, December 18, 2025 jilldando westonsupermare journalism blueplaque goodnewsrooms bbc heritage education crimewatch legacy A blue plaque commemorating Jill Dando has been unveiled at the former offices of the Weston Mercury in Weston-super-Mare, where she launched her career as a trainee reporter at just 18 years old. After leaving Worle School, … Read More
Fire Service Launches In-Depth Review of Electric Vehicle Battery Fires Thursday, December 18, 2025 fire electricvehicles lithiumion batteries safety disposal recycling thermalrunaway transport emergency The fire service is undertaking a comprehensive review of incidents involving electric vehicle (EV) battery fires, as concerns over the risks associated with lithium-ion batteries continue to grow. This initiative reflects a … Read More
Fire Service Investigates Electric Vehicle Battery Fire Incidents Thursday, December 18, 2025 electricvehicles batteries fire liion transport motorway safety disposal devon firefighter The Devon & Somerset Fire and Rescue Service is intensifying its investigation into electric vehicle (EV) battery fires, responding to a rising number of incidents involving lithium-ion batteries. Incidents involving EV … Read More
Fight to Save Bath’s Forgotten Secret Garden Thursday, December 18, 2025 bath georgian garden heritage conservation historic trust council restoration culture Councillors in Bath are facing calls to preserve a rare and historically significant Georgian garden tucked behind Number 4 the Circus. Known as the Georgian Garden, this little-known free public space offers a unique glimpse … Read More
Fight to Save Bath’s Forgotten Georgian Garden Thursday, December 18, 2025 bath georgian garden heritage conservation thecircus council restoration history charity Bath’s Georgian Garden, tucked behind Number 4 The Circus, stands as a rare and precious glimpse into the city’s 18th-century history. Despite its historical significance and free public access, this hidden gem is at risk due … Read More
Crime Severity Map Reveals Most Affected Areas in Somerset Thursday, December 18, 2025 somerset crimeseverity avon somersetpolice bristol bath violentcrime sexualoffences crimemapping communitysafety A new crime severity map has shed light on the areas in Somerset most impacted by serious criminal activity. Unlike traditional crime rates that simply count the number of offenses, crime severity scores take into account … Read More