Somerset Council Faces Strictures as Budget Approval Nears Amid Financial Pressures Friday, February 27, 2026 somerset budget council government finance tax rural send transformation flooding Somerset Council is set to approve a balanced budget for the upcoming year, despite ongoing financial challenges that keep the council on the government’s “naughty step.” The executive committee convened in … Read More
32 New Homes Proposed for Village on Somerset-Dorset Border Friday, February 27, 2026 milborneport somerset dorset housing development greenfield council planning homes village A new housing development of 32 homes is being proposed for a greenfield site in the small village of Milborne Port, located on the Somerset-Dorset border. The site, situated south of Court Lane near Sherborne, lies on the … Read More
Winifred’s Lane Closure in Bath to Remain Despite Rising Traffic Concerns Thursday, February 26, 2026 winifredslane bath traffic liveableneighbourhoods closure scrutiny council pedestriansafety community transportation sport The decision to permanently close Winifred’s Lane in Bath has been upheld following a council scrutiny panel vote that dismissed calls to reopen the road. This move comes despite warnings from residents who claim the closure … Read More
£2.6m Repair Bill Proposed for Weston’s Troubled Carlton Street Car Park Thursday, February 26, 2026 weston carpark council repairs lease finance construction budget infrastructure losses North Somerset Council faces a tough financial decision with a £2.6 million repair proposal for the Carlton Street car park in Weston-super-Mare. Despite the hefty investment, the car park is projected to continue operating … Read More
North Somerset Councillors Approve Controversial 8.99% Council Tax Increase Wednesday, February 25, 2026 counciltax budgetcuts northsomerset council socialcare taxrise localgovernment publicservices financialcrisis taxsupport North Somerset councillors have voted to approve an 8.99% increase in council tax for the 2026/27 financial year, a decision permitted by the government to help address significant budgetary challenges. This rise exceeds the … Read More
Somerset Council Commits to Amplifying Children’s Voices in Future SEND Funding Decisions Wednesday, February 25, 2026 somerset send children education funding deficit council wellbeing inclusion dfe Somerset Council has reaffirmed its commitment to prioritizing children’s well-being in decisions concerning special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) funding. The demand for SEND support has consistently exceeded … Read More