Somerset Town Gains New Homes but Local Schools Receive No Additional Funding Monday, April 27, 2026 somerset langport housing schools education development council affordablehousing infrastructure planning A new housing development in Langport, a Somerset market town, has been approved for the second time, yet it will contribute no funding to local schools. Developer Roger Burton proposed building 22 new homes on Portfield … Read More
Somerset Council Faces Criticism Over Delays in Chard Eastern Relief Road Delivery Monday, April 27, 2026 somerset chard reliefroad council planning development infrastructure delays housing transport Somerset Council is under increasing pressure from local councillors who warn the authority risks “setting itself up for a fall” due to repeated delays in delivering the Chard eastern relief road (ERR). This long-awaited road … Read More
Somerset Council Faces Criticism Over Chard Relief Road Delays Monday, April 27, 2026 somerset chard reliefroad development council planning infrastructure delays housing transport Somerset Council is facing mounting criticism from local councillors over ongoing delays in delivering the Chard eastern relief road (ERR), a project aimed at easing traffic congestion and supporting new housing developments … Read More
What Does ‘Affordable Housing’ Really Mean? Sunday, April 26, 2026 affordable housing somerset development council planning infrastructure community investment homes The phrase “affordable housing” is frequently mentioned by housing developers and local councillors, but its true meaning often sparks confusion and skepticism. While some may use the term sarcastically, its … Read More
Understanding ‘Affordable Housing’: What the Term Really Means Sunday, April 26, 2026 affordable housing development somerset planning council infrastructure socialhousing viability councillor The term “affordable housing” is frequently used by housing developers and local councillors, but what does it truly mean? Just like how certain titles or phrases can sometimes be used sarcastically or … Read More
Welcome to Portishead, the YIMBY Capital of the UK Saturday, April 25, 2026 portishead yimby growth development community transport railway lido marina britain The term NIMBY—Not In My Backyard—often carries a negative connotation, describing those who resist large-scale changes in their communities despite recognizing their necessity. While many towns struggle with opposition to … Read More