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Nearly 50 New Homes Proposed for Queen Camel Village Near A303 in Somerset Wednesday, June 4, 2025 somerset queencamel housing development planning phosphates affordable infrastructure education environment Revised plans for nearly 50 new homes near the A303 in Somerset have been submitted by a West Country developer. The Case family initially submitted outline proposals in August 2019 to build 43 homes on West Camel Road, in … Read More
Maps Reveal UK's Top Areas for University Attendance Tuesday, June 3, 2025 university education england brent diversity students london enrollment statistics schools Wembley may be best known for its iconic stadium, but the London borough of Brent is now gaining recognition as England’s ‘cleverest’ area. With over five out of six schoolchildren—84%—progressing to university, Brent leads … Read More
Over 300 Homes Approved Near Blackdown Hills Beauty Spot After Council Withdraws Defense Tuesday, June 3, 2025 development somerset blackdownhills housing planning appeal infrastructure flooding transport education More than 300 new homes are set to be constructed on the outskirts of the Blackdown Hills following a successful appeal by Gladman Developments. The Congleton-based developer submitted outline plans last October for 315 homes … Read More
Hollywood Legend Steven Berkoff Becomes Patron of Queen’s College Performing Arts Saturday, May 31, 2025 stevenberkoff queenscollege performingarts theatre acting education drama patronage students taunton Steven Berkoff, acclaimed actor and director known for his iconic roles in Beverly Hills Cop, Rambo, and Octopussy, has been named a patron of Queen’s College Performing Arts. The Taunton-based school’s theatre programme … Read More
Wera Hobhouse Explores Cutting-Edge Innovations at University of Bath Friday, May 30, 2025 hydrogen engineering innovation mentalhealth eatingdisorders studentprojects sustainability education research university Liberal Democrat MP Wera Hobhouse visited the University of Bath on Wednesday, May 28, to witness firsthand the pioneering work of the university’s students and researchers. The visit showcased a range of ground-breaking … Read More