Revolutionizing Road Repair with the Multihog in North Somerset Saturday, February 17, 2024 north somerset multihog road repair potholes multevo council maintenance machine infrastructure road safety A revolutionary road repair machine is being deployed to enhance the safety and smoothness of roads in North Somerset, benefiting both drivers and cyclists. North Somerset Council, in collaboration with Milestone … Read More
Struggling Somerset Public Services Face Bleak Future as Council Tries to Avoid Bankruptcy Friday, February 9, 2024 somerset public services council budget bankruptcy local authority financial difficulties funding services tax local government austerity The future looks bleak for Somerset residents as the local council tries to avoid effective bankruptcy while grappling with a significant budget gap. Somerset Council recently proposed measures to address a shortfall of … Read More
Controversy Surrounds Proposed Student Flats in Bath Thursday, February 8, 2024 bath student flats council policy accommodation development debate controversy planning Proposed plans for additional student flats in Bath have sparked controversy for conflicting with council policies. Regen Developments aims to repurpose a disused office block on the outskirts of the city into 12 student … Read More
Somerset Town Regeneration Efforts Scrapped Friday, February 2, 2024 somerset regeneration wincanton council funding capital projects economy revitalization budget Years-long efforts to revitalize Wincanton, a market town in Somerset, have been abandoned due to the financial pressures faced by the local council. The project, which began in 2020, was designed to drive more foot traffic … Read More
Controversy Surrounds Bath's Liveable Neighbourhood Programme Thursday, February 1, 2024 bath traffic safety neighborhood council petition residents children schools consultation Bath’s proposed traffic measures have sparked controversy among residents, with concerns raised about the potential impact on safety, particularly for children. The liveable neighbourhood programme by Bath and North … Read More
Improving Cycling on Somerset's A39 with £1.5m Scheme Tuesday, January 30, 2024 cycling somerset a39 infrastructure funding construction route safety council cycling route Efforts are underway to make cycling along Somerset’s A39 easier, thanks to a substantial £1.5m government funding allocation. The current limited cycling facilities on the busy rural road between Williton and Minehead … Read More