On Tuesday, 23 December, the government announced a significant change to the Agricultural and Business Property Reliefs (APR and BPR) thresholds. Starting from April 2026, the threshold will increase from £1 million to £2.5 …
On Tuesday 23 December, the government announced a significant increase in the Agricultural and Business Property Relief (ABPR) thresholds. Starting from April 2026, the individual threshold will rise from £1 million to £2.5 …
Screwfix is set to open a new store at the Vennlands Business Park in Minehead after plans for redeveloping a vacant industrial unit were approved by Somerset Council. The popular hardware and tools retailer, which operates …
Businesses in Yeovil’s town centre are sounding the alarm over plans to build on crucial car parks in the area. Tim Northcott, owner of OfficeWyse on Princes Street, has expressed deep concerns that redeveloping the North …
Local business owners in Yeovil have voiced serious concerns over Somerset Council’s plans to redevelop several town centre car parks, warning that these actions could lead to the collapse of thriving businesses. Over the …
A Somerset farmer may be forced to euthanise her beloved reindeer herd after the local council classified them as “dangerous wild animals,” requiring a costly zoo licence to continue her business. Sarah Sutton, 51, has cared …
Efforts to tackle antisocial behaviour in Glastonbury through new legal measures may fall short due to enforcement challenges and the financial hardship faced by many offenders. Avon and Somerset Constabulary, in partnership …
Meticulous Ink, a beloved stationery shop in Bath, has announced a fundraising campaign to secure a new permanent location after facing a significant rent increase. Having served the Walcot Street community for over 11 years, …
A growing chorus of local businesses is speaking out against North Somerset Council’s proposed parking charges in Clevedon. The council’s plans to introduce fees in key areas like Hill Road have sparked concern that the added …
Weston-super-Mare’s newly elected MP Dan Aldridge has joined forces with over two dozen parliamentarians, including MP Chris Webb, in an urgent plea to slash VAT for the hospitality industry before this month’s budget. Their …
The MP for Weston-super-Mare, Dan Aldridge, has joined a coalition of over two dozen MPs in urging the government to reduce VAT on hospitality from 20%. In an open letter to Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of the upcoming …
Residents in Tiverton, Minehead, and Williton have reason to feel hopeful after Rachel Gilmour MP announced that Allied Pharmacies has agreed to take over several local pharmacy sites. The rescue deal follows months of …
After more than two decades of dedicated service, Bryants Jewellers in Clevedon is set to close its doors, marking the end of a cherished local business. Owners Simon and Michelle Bryant have announced the closure, which …
Taunton is set to shine brighter than ever with the launch of an exciting new campaign celebrating the town’s vibrant community, rich culture, and thriving independent businesses. The initiative, called ‘Shout About Taunton,’ …
Taunton Town Council has launched an ambitious campaign, ‘Shout About Taunton,’ designed to elevate the Somerset town’s profile by showcasing its vibrant community, sporting heritage, rich culture, and independent businesses. …