Emergency Repairs Close Vital Somerset Road for Four Months Tuesday, November 28, 2023 somerset road closure repairs exmoor council traffic diversion maintenance community A crucial rural route passing through the Exmoor National Park will undergo a four-month closure to facilitate essential repairs. The B3224 provides a link from Bishop’s Lydeard, situated on the western periphery of the … Read More
Somerset's roads receive minimal impact from extra funding Monday, November 27, 2023 somerset funding roads hs2 government repairs infrastructure dft council allocation Somerset Council has expressed that the additional £3.5m in funding from the cancellation of the HS2 rail link will only have a “minimal” impact on the county’s roads. This comes after Transport Secretary … Read More
New Somerset Planning Applications Include One-bed Homes for Homeless People Monday, November 27, 2023 somerset planning applications homeless housing council proposals development public comment Several new planning applications have been submitted in Somerset, including proposals for one-bedroom homes for homeless individuals, an apartment-hotel, and a residential facility for vulnerable children. These applications … Read More
Crackdown on Speeding Drivers in Somerset Town Monday, November 27, 2023 somerset frome speed safety community police council road measures volunteers The town of Frome in Somerset is facing a significant problem with speeding and unsafe driving, leading to serious crashes on its roads. Concerned residents and local authorities are taking action to address the issue and … Read More