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Friday, July 18, 2025 minehead coachcrash exmoor a396 injury emergencyservices schoolboy accident rescue investigation

Jayden, a schoolboy who survived a devastating coach crash on the A396, is recovering from a broken collarbone but struggles to remember the moment the vehicle overturned. The Ridlers coach, carrying around 60 to 70 … Read More

Friday, July 18, 2025 somerset minehead coachcrash tragedy schooltrip emergencyservices investigation community publicsafety condolences

Somerset Council’s leader has issued a heartfelt warning to the public following a tragic coach crash on the A396 Cutcombe Hill near Minehead that claimed the life of a child and injured dozens more. The accident occurred on … Read More

Friday, May 30, 2025 bath firestation avonfirerescue modernisation rebuild community consultation willmottdixon emergencyservices infrastructure

Bath’s ageing fire station, a key facility since 1938, is set to be demolished and rebuilt as part of Avon Fire & Rescue Service’s (AF&RS) ambitious modernisation plan. The redevelopment aims to improve operational … Read More

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 firefighters awards service bravery dedication dorset wiltshire ceremony recognition emergencyservices

Dozens of firefighters and rescue personnel were celebrated for their longstanding commitment and exceptional bravery at a special awards ceremony held in Tidworth. On Friday, May 9, the Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue … Read More

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 exeter delvinmusakwa canal tragedy heavitreeyouthfc drowning emergencyservices community youthfootball safety sport

Heartfelt tributes have been paid to 13-year-old Delvin Musakwa, who tragically died after jumping into a canal in Exeter. Emergency services were called to the scene near the swing bridge at around 4:35 pm on Monday after … Read More