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Sunday, May 10, 2026 m5 somerset bmw crash collision emergency closure traffic accident injury

The M5 motorway in Somerset has been shut southbound due to a serious collision involving a BMW. Emergency services were called to the scene overnight, where a woman was critically injured and is currently fighting for her …

Thursday, May 7, 2026 mecca bingo taunton closure somerset redevelopment lease maintenance community exeter

The Taunton branch of Mecca Bingo, a key entertainment venue in Somerset’s county town, is on the verge of potential closure. This follows decisions by the chain to evaluate locations in the South West that are nearing … Read More

Thursday, May 7, 2026 mecca bingo taunton closure somerset entertainment lease maintenance community exeter

The Mecca Bingo hall in Taunton, a key entertainment venue in Somerset’s county town, is facing potential closure as the chain reviews its portfolio amid rising costs. Alongside its Exeter branch, the Taunton site is … Read More

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 m5 somerset traffic tankercrash closure delays diversion dieselspill motorists gridlock

A major crash involving a tanker and a car near Burnham-on-Sea has caused a lengthy closure of the M5 in Somerset, trapping drivers in gridlocked traffic for hours without access to food or water. The collision occurred early … Read More

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 m5 somerset traffic congestion tanker accident closure delays emergency highways

A major incident on the M5 in Somerset has left drivers stranded for hours in severe traffic congestion, with many lacking access to basic necessities like food and water. The closure was triggered by a collision between a … Read More

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 m5 tanker crash traffic closure delay emergency investigation roadsafety motorway

The M5 motorway was closed for 12 hours following a serious tanker crash, causing significant disruption for motorists. The incident, which occurred earlier in the day, resulted in extensive traffic jams, with some drivers … Read More