Controversy Surrounds Proposal for 750 New Homes Near M5 Monday, May 5, 2025 bridgwater development homes infrastructure council viability affordable mp proposal controversy Plans for a major housing development near the M5 in Bridgwater have sparked controversy and criticism from various quarters. Edward Ware (Bridgwater) Ltd. has proposed building 750 homes on the eastern edge of the town, … Read More
Lib Dems Win Most Seats in Wiltshire Elections Amid Tory Squeeze by Reform Sunday, May 4, 2025 wiltshire elections liberal democrats tory reform electoral map conservative council seats county hall The recent local elections in Wiltshire saw a significant shift in the political landscape, with the Liberal Democrats emerging as the largest party in the county’s council chamber. The electoral map, once dominated by … Read More
Wiltshire Council Election Results 2025: Conservatives Lose Control Friday, May 2, 2025 wiltshire council election results 2025 conservatives liberals reform uk administration The recent Wiltshire Council elections have resulted in no single party securing an overall majority. Since its establishment in 2009, the unitary authority had been under the control of the Conservative Party. However, in a … Read More
Council Workers Face Pay Cuts in Bath and North East Somerset Wednesday, April 30, 2025 council workers pay cuts bath somerset unions reduction employees proposal Some of the lowest paid council workers in Bath and North East Somerset are bracing for a reduction in their pay this summer, a move being met with strong opposition from labor unions. Employees working in waste and … Read More
Frome Nightspot Granted Licence Despite Local Objections Wednesday, April 30, 2025 frome nightspot licence objections regeneration live music alcohol residents council venue events A new nightspot in Frome has been given the green light to play live music and serve alcohol, despite objections from nearby residents. Earthaus Property Ltd. obtained approval in May 2024 to convert four existing flats at 1 … Read More
Approval for 200 New Homes on Yeovil's Edge Tuesday, April 29, 2025 expansion homes approval development council infrastructure community traffic environment leisure Local councillors have recently given the green light for the construction of nearly 200 new homes on the western edge of Yeovil. The Bunford Park commercial site, which received initial approval in 2011, will finally be … Read More