Reopening of Long-Closed Portishead Railway Confirmed with Major Government Funding Tuesday, July 8, 2025 portishead railway transport investment bristol northsomerset infrastructure connectivity government reopening The UK government has officially confirmed the reopening of the Portishead Railway, ending a year of uncertainty. Today, the Department for Transport announced it will provide an additional £27.6 million towards the £180 … Read More
Yeovil’s Little Discoveries Nursery Earns High Praise for Welcoming Atmosphere and Quality Early Education Tuesday, July 8, 2025 ofsted nursery earlyyears education yeovil childcare inclusion learning development ss&l Little Discoveries Nursery in Yeovil has been awarded a ‘Good’ rating in all categories by Ofsted, bringing joy to both staff and children alike. As part of the SS&L group, the nursery was recognized for its warm, … Read More
Waitrose Unveils Major New Distribution Centre in Bristol to Boost South West Service Tuesday, July 8, 2025 waitrose distribution logistics bristol sustainability supplychain southwest carbonreduction mountpark expansion Waitrose has announced plans to establish a substantial new distribution centre in Bristol, marking its first logistics facility in the South West region. This 360,000-square-foot hub, located at Mountpark’s Bristol 360 site … Read More
Taunton Gas Upgrade Accelerates Roadworks to Improve Traffic and Secure Energy Future Tuesday, July 8, 2025 infrastructure gas taunton utilities upgrade pipeline traffic energy wales somerset Wales & West Utilities is replacing over 1,750 metres of aging gas pipelines in Taunton to modernize the town’s energy network and alleviate traffic congestion. The vital infrastructure project started in late March, … Read More
Village Near Trowbridge Poised for 30 New Homes Development Tuesday, July 8, 2025 southwick trowbridge planning development housing affordablehomes neighbourhoodplan council construction community Plans to build up to 30 new homes in a village near Trowbridge are set to be reviewed this week. The Western Area Planning Committee at Wiltshire Council will meet on Wednesday, July 9, to vote on a proposal for housing … Read More
Historic Somerset Business Rescued from Closure Tuesday, July 8, 2025 somerset somerton overtlocke business retail hardware local ownership community heritage One of Somerset’s oldest and most treasured businesses, Overt Locke, has been saved from closure. Located on West Street in Somerton, Overt Locke has been a cornerstone of the town since 1925, offering a wide range of tools, … Read More