Somerset Council Secures Lifeline for 82 Vital Bus Routes Saturday, August 2, 2025 somerset busroutes publictransport bsip funding council communities sustainability transport infrastructure sport Somerset Council has made a significant commitment to keep 82 bus routes operational across the county throughout this year, safeguarding essential transportation for commuters, students, and leisure travelers who depend on … Read More
Shock Admission Delays £15m Octagon Theatre Regeneration in Yeovil Friday, August 1, 2025 octagon yeovil theatre regeneration somerset council delay dcms funding design The long-awaited £15 million regeneration of the Octagon Theatre in Yeovil has faced yet another delay, as Somerset Council officers revealed that the crucial outline business case has still not been submitted to the … Read More
Three Libraries ‘Highly Likely’ to Close Amid North Somerset Council Budget Cuts Friday, August 1, 2025 libraries northsomerset budgetcuts closures community consultation worle pill winscombe council Three libraries in North Somerset—Worle, Pill, and Winscombe—are facing possible closure as the council enacts significant cuts to its libraries budget. The council has announced it is “highly likely” that all … Read More
Pigeon Infestation Sparks Health Concerns at St Dunstan's House Friday, August 1, 2025 pigeons infestation health stdunstans council glastonbury building birddroppings publichealth Glastonbury Town Council has sounded the alarm over a growing pigeon problem at St Dunstan’s House, raising serious health concerns linked to bird droppings inside the building. At a July council meeting, Councillor Jon … Read More
Glastonbury Council Denies Bankruptcy Amid Social Media Rumours Friday, August 1, 2025 glastonbury council finances bankruptcy rumours budget socialmedia misinformation localgovernment reassurance Glastonbury Town Council has firmly denied rumours circulating on social media that suggest it is facing bankruptcy. At July’s council meeting, Councillor Jon Cousins addressed the community’s concerns and reassured residents … Read More
Youths Urged to Avoid Jumping from Somerset Harbour Walls Amid Rising Boat Traffic Friday, August 1, 2025 somerset harbour youthsafety boating minehead watchet warning accidents navigation council Somerset’s harbour master has issued a warning to local youths against jumping off the harbour walls in Minehead and Watchet, as increased boat traffic raises safety concerns. Both harbours experience an influx of pleasure … Read More