South Gloucestershire and North Somerset are on the brink of their most significant transformation in generations, as five major new towns are planned to reshape rural landscapes near Bristol. This ambitious wave of …
Bristol Airport is under scrutiny for neglecting the consequences of its proposed expansion on neighboring villages situated just beyond a council boundary. The airport seeks permission from North Somerset Council to increase …
Somerset, once a shining star of the South West, has been notably absent from The Sunday Times' latest list of the best places to live in the region. While counties like Wiltshire, Dorset, Bristol, Devon, Cornwall, and …
The future of ‘pride in place’ funding for extra Somerset areas remains uncertain, as local officials await clarity on whether more neighbourhoods will benefit. The Labour government launched the Pride in Place programme in …
Somerset is bracing for further flooding as persistent heavy rain continues to inundate the county. Authorities have identified five key areas at heightened risk of flooding due to rising water levels and saturated grounds. …
As more heavy rain moves into Somerset, several areas are expected to experience flooding. Residents are advised to stay alert and take necessary precautions as water levels rise. The local authorities have issued warnings …
Rural communities across Somerset are vocalizing a clear message: they have “no confidence” in the planning decisions made by Somerset Council. This widespread frustration culminated in the inaugural meeting of Somerset …
Communities across rural Somerset are banding together to oppose what they describe as “poor planning” by Somerset Council amid increasing government housing targets. In the village of Keinton Mandeville near Somerton, …
Rural communities across Somerset are rallying together to oppose what they describe as “poor planning” by Somerset Council amid rising government housing targets. At the forefront of this resistance is the village of Keinton …
Over the past year, Somerset has approved more than 3,600 new homes across its 20 largest development sites. Despite longstanding challenges—including pandemic disruptions, financial viability concerns, and environmental …
The government’s directive for Somerset to build an overwhelming 75,000 new homes over the next 20 years has sparked concern among local councillors and residents, who warn the target is unrealistic and risks ignoring local …
The 2026 edition of Muddy Stilettos, the renowned lifestyle magazine, has spotlighted the best places to live across the UK — and Somerset shines with seven towns and villages making the prestigious list. Celebrated for its …
Somerset Council has announced plans to purchase 15 council homes dedicated to emergency accommodation, using a £3.3 million underspend from its Housing Revenue Account. This investment aims to alleviate the pressure caused …
Bridgwater, the only town in the Somerset Council area selected for phase two of the government’s Pride in Place programme, has secured £20 million to invest in revitalizing its most deprived neighborhoods over the next …
Muddy Stilettos, the renowned luxury lifestyle website, has released its highly anticipated list of the best places to live in Somerset. This year’s rankings highlight a new town that has claimed the top spot, reflecting the …