Controversy surrounds plans to install 320 solar panels on one of Bath’s most cherished scenic areas, the Bath Skyline Walk at Widcombe Hill near Rainbow Wood. The application, submitted by Dr. Alyson Warhurst of Rainbow Wood …
Four climate protesters are facing charges of aggravated trespass and obstructing lawful activity after allegedly barricading themselves inside Bath Abbey. The incident occurred on Saturday, September 13, 2025, disrupting a …
Four climate activists face criminal trespass charges after allegedly barricading themselves inside Bath Abbey, disrupting a tour group. On Wednesday, January 7, Emma Ireland (41), Katherine Chesterman (60), Stephen Pritchard …
Michael “Mick” Dunk, a serving Somerset Green Party councillor, has been sentenced to 26 months in prison for his involvement in the Just Stop Oil protests on the M25 motorway in November 2022. Dunk, one of two Green Party …
The Avon Pension Fund is approaching a critical vote on whether to withdraw its investments from aerospace and defence companies. This £6 billion fund manages the Local Government Pension Scheme for the former county of Avon, …
Britain’s food security hangs in the balance as conflicting land use demands and unclear government policies threaten the future of family farms. During a Westminster Hall debate on November 18, MPs warned that unless …
At the University of Bath, a determined group of students took a stand against the influence of major fossil fuel and weapons corporations on campus. During the Autumn Careers Fair, the People & Planet Bath student group …
Storm Claudia is set to hit Somerset with heavy rain and strong winds, prompting authorities to issue a “danger to life” warning for the region. Residents are being urged to take immediate precautions as the risk of severe …
Bristol Airport has defended its expansion plans, describing its role as “critical” to the regional economy, amid warnings from MPs that airport growth could jeopardize the UK’s net zero climate ambitions. A recent report by …
Bath and North East Somerset (B&NES) Council is poised to introduce some of the country’s most stringent environmental standards for new housing developments. Building on its pioneering stance in addressing the climate …
A significant £10 million flood defence initiative on the Somerset Levels is approaching completion, marking the final phase of a decade-long programme devoted to reducing flood risk across the county. This project, led by …
Frome Town Council is inviting residents to step into the future with an exciting opportunity to shape the town’s vision for 2050. On Thursday, 23rd October, from 9am to 4pm, the council will host ‘Imagining Future Frome,’ a …
This year’s exceptionally hot summer has led to a bumper crop of cider apples, but it has also caused an unexpected problem for cider producers. The increased heat has boosted the sugar levels in the apples, resulting in …
Forestry England has unveiled plans to plant two new woodlands in the South West, one in Somerset and another just across the border in Devon, as part of a nationwide effort to increase forest coverage. The first site, …
Stourhead, one of England’s most cherished tourist destinations, is set to undergo significant improvements to its footpaths and visitor facilities. Located near Warminster, the Grade I listed Stourhead House and its iconic …