Closing Minehead Care Training Facility Called a ‘Colossal Mistake’ by Opposition Councillors Monday, May 18, 2026 minehead somerset socialcare training council nhs westsomerset health regeneration transport Conservative councillors have voiced strong opposition to the potential closure of the social care training facility in Minehead, warning it would be a “colossal mistake” with damaging consequences for west … Read More
North Somerset’s Second Youngest Councillor Takes Helm of Conservative Opposition Friday, May 15, 2026 northsomerset conservative michaelpryke council opposition leadership localgovernment councillors politics tropicana At just 26 years old, Michael Pryke, one of North Somerset’s youngest councillors, has stepped into the significant role of leader of the Conservative opposition group. Representing Cleveland Walton, Pryke is the council’s … Read More
North Somerset’s Second Youngest Councillor Takes Helm as Conservative Opposition Leader Friday, May 15, 2026 northsomerset councillor conservative leadership council politics opposition localgovernment tropicana michaelpryke Michael Pryke, one of the youngest councillors in North Somerset, has been appointed leader of the Conservative opposition group, marking a new chapter in local politics. At just 26 years old and representing Cleveland … Read More
24-Hour Gym Approved to Replace Bridgwater Poundland Store Amid Debate Friday, May 15, 2026 bridgwater poundland gym planning retailpark somerset fitness council antisocialbehavior employment Plans to convert the Bridgwater Poundland store into a 24-hour gym have been approved by Somerset Council, despite objections from Bridgwater Town Council regarding the necessity and potential impact of the development. … Read More
Somerset Special Needs Children Struggle Amid ‘Dreadful Backlog’ in EHCP Assessments Friday, May 15, 2026 somerset ehcp specialneeds education send backlog council assessments transition children Children with special needs in Somerset are facing significant challenges as they transition from primary to secondary education due to a “dreadful backlog” in council assessments. Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), … Read More
Social Workers in Bath and North East Somerset Announce Three-Day Strike Over Pay Dispute Friday, May 15, 2026 socialworkers strike paydispute bath unison council childrensservices industrialaction restructurings management Social workers in Bath and North East Somerset are preparing to strike for three consecutive days next week in response to ongoing pay disputes. Team managers and deputy team managers within the council’s children’s services … Read More