‘Catastrophic’ Phosphates Crisis Continues to Impact Small Housing Developers in Somerset Monday, June 2, 2025 phosphates mitigation housing somerset development environment sustainability biodiversity planning construction Small house-builders across Somerset are still facing severe challenges due to the ongoing “catastrophic” phosphates crisis that has stalled new housing developments. Following a Dutch court ruling and Natural England’s legal … Read More
Vaping Warning Issued Over Fire Risks from Improper Disposal in Bins Friday, May 30, 2025 vaping disposal recycling fire safety somerset waste batteries environment council Somerset Council, together with its waste contractor SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK, has issued an urgent warning about the risks posed by improperly discarded vapes. As vape use continues to rise, more devices are being … Read More
Thames Water Fined a Record £122.7 Million as MP Demands End to Sewage Scandal Wednesday, May 28, 2025 thameswater sewage fine ofwat waterindustry regulation environment dividends publicbenefit reform Thames Water has been slapped with a historic £122.7 million fine following repeated sewage discharges and unlawful dividend payments. This substantial penalty has sparked demands for a fundamental overhaul of the water … Read More
Volunteers Bring Splash of Colour to Marine Cove with Community Planting Push Friday, May 23, 2025 volunteers community marinecove planting coastal burnhamonsea flowers council environment beautification A wave of community spirit has swept through Burnham-on-Sea as dedicated volunteers teamed up with council staff to revitalize Marine Cove with a stunning array of coastal flower beds. This collaborative effort has … Read More
Former Somerset Primary School Site Approved for New Homes and Offices Thursday, May 22, 2025 somerset bridgwater redevelopment housing affordablehomes planning environment flooding canal infrastructure The former Somerset Bridge Primary School site in Bridgwater is set to be transformed into a new development comprising homes and office space, following a recent approval by Somerset Council’s planning committee north. … Read More
Lidl Resubmits Controversial Store Plans for East Bath Wednesday, May 21, 2025 lidl bath planning supermarket traffic environment biodiversity community jobs development Lidl has submitted a fresh planning application to build a supermarket on the east side of Bath, reviving a debate that stirred strong reactions earlier this year. Although the budget supermarket chain withdrew its initial … Read More