The 12 Areas of Somerset at Risk of Flooding Saturday, December 20, 2025 somerset flooding emergency residents risk warnings precautions weather community safety Somerset is currently facing significant flood risks across twelve distinct areas. Local authorities have identified these regions as vulnerable due to recent weather patterns and rising water levels. Among these, one area in … Read More
Somerset Council Mandates Local Connection for New Homes on Somerset Levels Saturday, December 20, 2025 somerset othery housing planning development localconnection council rural selfbuild community Somerset Council has firmly ruled that new homes planned for a small village on the Somerset Levels must be reserved for people with a “local connection.” This decision comes after South West Strategic … Read More
Aria Thorpe's Family Honors Their 'Beautiful Little Soul' Amid Heartbreaking Loss Friday, December 19, 2025 aria tribute weston-super-mare murder family grief loss community court justice The family of Aria Thorpe, a nine-year-old girl who tragically lost her life in Weston-super-Mare, has shared a heartfelt tribute to their “beautiful little soul” whose passing has left a profound ache in their … Read More
The 20 Largest Housing Developments Approved in Somerset in 2025 Friday, December 19, 2025 somerset housing development planning construction phosphates appeals localplan infrastructure community Over the past 12 months, Somerset has approved more than 3,600 new homes across its 20 largest development sites, marking a significant step toward addressing long-standing housing shortages. Despite challenges such as the … Read More
Culverhay Site to Be Redeveloped for Two New Special Schools Following Funding Approval Friday, December 19, 2025 culverhay bath send education specialschools funding council reform accessibility community After nearly two years of delay, funding has finally been approved for the construction of two new schools on the Culverhay site in Bath. Bath and North East Somerset Council had previously approved plans to demolish the … Read More
Arrests Made in Major Operation Following Theft of Farming Machinery Across South West Thursday, December 18, 2025 ruralcrime farming theft police arrests southwest lawenforcement community investigation crime Thousands of pounds worth of farming machinery have been stolen from farmers across the South West, prompting coordinated action by law enforcement agencies. Six individuals have been arrested in connection with a widespread … Read More