Over £770,000 Allocated for Crucial Dredging on the Somerset Levels Thursday, March 26, 2026 dredging flooding somerset parrett river watermanagement infrastructure environment sra transport More than £770,000 has been committed for essential dredging on the Somerset Levels over the coming year. This initiative, led by the Parrett Internal Drainage Board and funded through the Somerset Rivers Authority (SRA), … Read More
Bath Council Faces Pressure to Abandon Net Zero Housebuilding Standards Wednesday, March 25, 2026 netzero bath sustainability planning environment housing energy carbon council policy Bath and North East Somerset Council, known for enforcing some of the country’s strictest energy efficiency standards in new housing, may soon be compelled to abandon its “net zero” building requirements. These regulations … Read More
Somerset Residents to Pay for Using Dorset Recycling Centres Tuesday, March 24, 2026 somerset dorset recycling waste charges environment flytipping accessibility sustainability travel Somerset residents will now be required to pay to use Dorset’s household waste recycling centres and must book their visit in advance. Dorset Council manages ten recycling centres across the county, including locations at … Read More
Somerset Residents Face Charges and Booking Requirements at Dorset Recycling Centres Tuesday, March 24, 2026 somerset dorset recycling charges booking waste environment flytipping sustainability localgovernment Somerset residents who have traditionally used Dorset’s household waste recycling centres will now be required to pay fees and book their visits in advance. Dorset Council operates ten recycling centres across the county, … Read More
Dramatic Photos Capture Priddy Woodland Ablaze Saturday, March 21, 2026 priddy woodland fire emergency firefighters blaze appliances environment response damage Dramatic images have emerged showing Priddy woodland engulfed in flames. Firefighters swiftly responded to the scene, deploying ten fire appliances to tackle the blaze and prevent it from spreading further. The coordinated …
Controversial Bath Solar Farm Approved Amid Heated Debate Wednesday, March 18, 2026 solar bath planning environment greenbelt controversy renewable council opposition climate Councillors in Bath and North East Somerset have approved plans for a small but contentious solar farm near the Bath Skyline trail, sparking a fierce debate between renewable energy advocates and local residents. Retired … Read More