Villagers in the rural heart of North East Somerset’s so-called “forgotten valley” are facing serious disruption after significant cuts to their bus services. Over recent years, most scheduled bus routes through this area …
Kay Millar, a 29-year-old teacher from Frome, Somerset, who uses a wheelchair, says proposed changes to the Motability scheme will force her to stay at home, unable to work or socialize. The new rules, effective July 1, lower …
Kay Millar, a 29-year-old teacher from Frome, Somerset, who uses a wheelchair, says sweeping changes to the Motability scheme threaten to confine her to her home. The updated rules, coming into effect later this year, will …
Kay Millar, a 29-year-old teacher from Frome, Somerset, who uses a wheelchair, warns that recent changes to the Motability scheme will force her—and many others—into isolation. With mileage allowances being reduced and steep …
The renowned Roman Baths have unveiled a new £1 ticket initiative for individuals receiving key benefits. Starting this Easter holiday, those claiming Universal Credit, Pension Credit, or Employment Support Allowance (ESA) …
The renowned Roman Baths are now offering £1 admission tickets for visitors receiving Universal Credit, Pension Credit, or Employment Support Allowance (ESA). This new initiative, timed to coincide with the Easter holidays, …
Starting April 1, 2026, the TV Licence fee has increased by 3.15% in line with annual inflation. This means a colour TV licence now costs £180 per year, while a black-and-white licence is £60.50. Not paying your TV Licence …
Somerset residents will now be required to pay to use Dorset’s household waste recycling centres and must book their visit in advance. Dorset Council manages ten recycling centres across the county, including locations at …
Twenty-four newly built homes on Foldhill Lane in Martock, near the A303, could finally be occupied before the end of the year following the resolution of ongoing legal challenges. Stonewater Housing Association obtained …
North Somerset Council is launching a new initiative to support low-income residents by offering free refurbished smartphones. The council has received 45 Samsung Galaxy phones donated by the digital inclusion charity Good …
There is still no confirmed start date for the planned “small fix” that would enable buses to access Bridgwater railway station. In 2020, Great Western Railway (GWR) invested £1.2 million upgrading the station. However, …
Wetherspoon has issued an apology following an incident where a blind customer, Tom Gray, was asked to leave a pub alongside his guide dog. Tom, 36, from Midsomer Norton, was celebrating his daughter’s 16th birthday at The …
Wetherspoon has issued an apology after a blind customer, Tom Gray, 36, was reportedly escorted out of The Palladium Electric pub in Midsomer Norton along with his guide dog, Lulu. Tom, who is registered as severely sight …
Twenty-four newly constructed affordable homes in the village of Martock, situated near the A303, have remained vacant for nearly a year due to unresolved legal issues between the developers and Somerset Council. Stonewater …
Controversy has erupted in Somerset following the recent decision by North Somerset Council to reduce funding for local libraries, igniting tensions between communities. In a bid to trim library budgets by 20%, councillors …