Approval

Bath

Controversy Surrounds Approval of Bath City Dump

The approval of a new city dump in Bath has sparked disappointment and frustration among local residents and environmental campaigners, who feel ignored and disregarded by the decision-making process. Despite objections from …

By Charles Bowser · · 2 min read

Bath

Controversy Surrounds Approval of New Bath Dump

The Bath and North East Somerset Council is considering plans for a new household waste recycling facility in the west of Bath, which has sparked controversy among locals. The proposed facility at Locksbrook Road aims to …

By Charles Bowser · · 2 min read

Development

Approval Granted for 1000-Home Development near Somerset

The reserved matters application for phase five of the Rowden Park project on Patterdown Road, featuring 134 homes by Bellway Homes, has been given the go-ahead by Wiltshire Council. Despite objections from Chippenham Town …

By James Robinson · · 1 min read

Travellers

New Travellers' Pitches Approved Near Busy M5 Junction

Local councillors have given approval for the construction of new travellers' pitches near the M5. Harry Attwell’s plans for two travellers' pitches, including day rooms, on a brownfield site on Vole Road in Brent Knoll, …

By James Robinson · · 2 min read

Somerset

Somerset Beauty Spot's Expansion Plan Unanimously Approved

A unanimous vote by local councillors has led to the approval of plans for the construction of nearly 60 new homes on the outskirts of a picturesque Somerset beauty spot. The development, by Strongvox Homes, is part of the …

By James Robinson · · 3 min read

Somerset

Controversial Somerset Homes Plan Approved

Revised plans for the construction of nearly 60 new homes in a Somerset town have been given the green light by local council members. Curo, the housing association, initially submitted plans in August 2022 for 60 new homes, …

By James Robinson · · 2 min read

Portishead

Portishead to Bristol Rail Line Nears Final Approval

The long-awaited Portishead to Bristol rail project is approaching the final stage of approval, with plans for the Full Business Case set to be decided in a forthcoming Full Council meeting on January 9. This project, part of …

By James Robinson · · 2 min read

Somerset

New Somerset Special School Approved Despite Local Opposition

Despite facing strong opposition from some locals, plans for a much-needed special school in a Somerset village have been given the green light. The new school, a permanent home for Lime Hills Academy, will cater to 65 …

By James Robinson · · 2 min read