Ilminster Faces Economic Risk as Free Parking Plans Spark Concern Wednesday, July 2, 2025 ilminster parking somersetcouncil economy freeparking localbusiness consultation transport carparks policy Ilminster is at the centre of a heated debate as Somerset Council’s plans to introduce parking charges threaten to impact the town’s economic health. The council, led by the Liberal Democrats, aims to impose fees on currently … Read More
Threat of Closure Looms Over North Somerset Libraries Tuesday, June 24, 2025 libraries northsomerset budgetcuts consultation community council closures publicservices digitallibrary libraryservices Residents of North Somerset are being invited to share their views on the future of the district’s libraries as financial pressures threaten their continued operation. In February, North Somerset Council announced plans to … Read More
Cycle Path and New Crossings Aim to Boost Cycling in Bath’s Liveable Neighbourhood Monday, June 16, 2025 cycling pedestrians liveable neighbourhood bath safety crossings infrastructure consultation transport Bath and North East Somerset Council is introducing a new cycle path and upgraded crossings to encourage more cycling and walking in the Sydney Road liveable neighbourhood (LTN). Since April 2024, Sydney Road has been closed … Read More
Plans for Nearly 25,000 New Homes Across Somerset Unveiled Monday, June 16, 2025 somerset housing development localplan northsomerset council infrastructure newtowns consultation planning North Somerset is preparing for significant growth, with detailed plans for nearly 25,000 new homes set to progress to the next stage. North Somerset Council, responding to a government directive, must identify sites for … Read More
Plans for Nearly 25,000 New Homes Across Somerset Detailed in New Local Plan Monday, June 16, 2025 housing somerset development planning localplan northsomerset infrastructure newtowns consultation sustainability North Somerset Council is advancing plans to deliver nearly 25,000 new homes over the next 15 years, marking a significant increase from previous housing targets. Following government directives, the council has identified … Read More
Somerset Sunday Parking Charges Delayed Until Autumn Monday, June 16, 2025 somerset parking charges delay council consultation councillor drivers sunday transport Drivers across Somerset can continue to enjoy free Sunday parking for now, but this welcome reprieve is only temporary. Somerset Council had planned to introduce parking charges on Sundays countywide by the end of summer. … Read More