Alcoholic Ordered into Treatment Following Vehicle Crimes in Weston-super-Mare Monday, July 28, 2025 alcohol addiction theft vehicle crime treatment probation police sentencing weston-super-mare A 28-year-old man from Robin Close, Weston-super-Mare, has been sentenced to undergo treatment for alcohol dependency after pleading guilty to multiple vehicle-related offences. The individual admitted to theft from a motor … Read More
Somerset MP Rachel Gilmour Faces Scrutiny Over Expense Claims Sunday, July 27, 2025 expenses mp somerset rachelgilmour controversy parliament ipsa birthdaycards alcohol hospitality Rachel Gilmour, the Liberal Democrat MP for Tiverton and Minehead, has come under fire after documents revealed she charged birthday cards, golf club hospitality, and alcohol to public expenses despite her £91,000 annual … Read More
Glastonbury Festival-Goers Grapple with ‘Post-Glasto Flu’ After Legendary Weekend Friday, July 4, 2025 glastonbury flu festival health immunesystem hygiene recovery alcohol prevention wellness Following five nights of high energy, limited sleep, questionable hygiene, and close contact with thousands, numerous Glastonbury Festival attendees are now reporting flu-like symptoms a week after the event. The much-loved … Read More
New Supermarket Plan in Sherborne Sparks Alcohol-Related Disorder Concerns Wednesday, July 2, 2025 sherborne alcohol supermarket licensing noise parking antisocial community safety dorset Sherborne Town Council has formally objected to the application for an alcohol licence at a new supermarket planned for 87-89 Cheap Street, a former bank building. The council, along with about 30 local residents, has raised … Read More
Avoid Breaking These Little-Known Driving Rules on Your Way to Glastonbury Festival Tuesday, June 24, 2025 glastonbury driving highwaycode roadsafety alcohol overloading fatigue trafficlaw camping fines As thousands make their way to the Glastonbury Festival this week, whether from across the UK or beyond, it’s crucial to be aware of some important but often overlooked driving rules. Although the festival officially opens on … Read More
Man Avoids Jail After Racial Abuse and Assault on Police Officer Wednesday, June 18, 2025 assault abuse community order racism police officer rehabilitation alcohol compensation Edward Earle from Osprey Road, Warminster, has been handed a two-year community order after racially abusing a restaurant worker and assaulting a police officer. The incident occurred on July 5 last year at Chick-O-Land in … Read More