Somerset Struggles with Unauthorised Traveller Encampments Amid Lack of Transit Sites Sunday, August 10, 2025 somerset travellers encampments transitsite council enforcement communities gypsyromatraveller landuse localgovernment Somerset Council has acknowledged that unauthorised traveller encampments across the county will continue until a permanent transit site is established. Over the summer, multiple public open spaces— including Stoney Furlong … Read More
Lack of Traveller Sites in Somerset Fuels Unauthorised Encampments Sunday, August 10, 2025 somerset travellers encampments council enforcement transitsite communities gypsyromatraveller publicspaces somersetcouncil Unauthorised traveller encampments continue to present a challenge for Somerset communities, with local authorities acknowledging that these issues will persist until a permanent transit site is established. Throughout the … Read More
Somerset Council Secures Lifeline for 82 Vital Bus Routes Saturday, August 2, 2025 somerset busroutes publictransport bsip funding council communities sustainability transport infrastructure sport Somerset Council has made a significant commitment to keep 82 bus routes operational across the county throughout this year, safeguarding essential transportation for commuters, students, and leisure travelers who depend on … Read More
Somerset Councillor Granted Six-Month Leave of Absence Wednesday, July 2, 2025 somerset councillor leave huntspill conservative agriculture communities health localgovernance environment Somerset County Council has approved a six-month leave of absence for Councillor Suria Aujla, who represents the Huntspill division as one of its two Conservative councillors. Ms Aujla, who was elected in May 2022, also … Read More
Investigation Into Unauthorised Bristol ‘Airport’ Car Parks Over 'Unexplained Mileage' Concerns Friday, May 2, 2025 investigation bristol car parks unauthorised mileage fields communities parking enforcement vehicles An investigation has been launched into unauthorised Bristol ‘airport’ car parks, which have been using nearby fields to accommodate thousands of vehicles. Concerns have been raised by vehicle owners who reported … Read More
The Threat of Fly-Tipping in Somerset Monday, February 12, 2024 somerset fly-tipping recycling waste rural mps environment enforcement funding communities The closure of waste facilities in Somerset has raised concerns about the escalating issue of fly-tipping, particularly in rural areas. MPs, including Sarah Dyke and Sarah Jones, have emphasized the significant distress and … Read More