Severn Tidal Lagoon Proposal Gains Support Wednesday, April 16, 2025 severn tidal lagoon uk energy renewable innovation environment government technology The Severn Estuary Commission has recommended a pioneering plan for a tidal range lagoon that harnesses the immense tidal range to generate predictable, low-carbon electricity. If realized, this project could help fulfill the … Read More
Mapping Somerset's 2024 Sewage Spills and River Pollution Monday, April 14, 2025 sewage spills pollution somerset rivers interactive map monitoring environment public health waterways Discover the alarming frequency of sewage spills into Somerset’s waterways in 2024 with a total of 20,181 incidents, averaging at 55 per day - an increase from the previous year. These spills added up to a staggering … Read More
Controversy Surrounds Approval of Bath City Dump Wednesday, April 9, 2025 bath dump city approval opposition campaigners local environment recycling controversy The approval of a new city dump in Bath has sparked disappointment and frustration among local residents and environmental campaigners, who feel ignored and disregarded by the decision-making process. Despite objections from … Read More
60 New Homes Planned for Growing Somerset Village Near A303 Tuesday, April 8, 2025 somerset village a303 development housing planning community environment affordable expansion An outline planning application has been submitted by Sparkford II LVA LLP for the construction of up to 60 new homes in a developing village located near the A303. The proposal, which aims to extend the existing estate road … Read More
Government Funding Boosts Somerset Flood Schemes Monday, March 31, 2025 flood funding somerset environment agency schemes government investment protection projects The Environment Agency has announced that over £110 million in funding will benefit approximately 40 flood schemes in Wiltshire, Somerset, Bristol, Gloucestershire, and Dorset. This investment aims to safeguard homes, … Read More
Residential Parking Permits Revenue Soars in BANES Area Thursday, March 27, 2025 revenue banes parking permits residential council costs commuter zones environment Residential parking permits revenue has surpassed £4 million in Bath and North East Somerset (BANES) since 2020, with a rise in collections each year. A freedom of information request by used-car retailer cinch [sic] … Read More