Somerset Council Urged to Boost Tree Planting Following M5 Roundabout Tree Loss Monday, June 8, 2026 somerset trees environment biodiversity nationalhighways climatechange flooding conservation council reforestation Somerset Council faces growing calls to increase tree planting efforts after dozens of mature trees were removed near the Edithmead roundabout in Highbridge, close to junction 22 of the M5. The area recently underwent … Read More
Second Bid to Develop Cul-de-Sac in Somerset Village Bungalow Garden Under Review Thursday, June 4, 2026 planning development housing somerset saltford council culdesac gardens opposition environment A revised proposal to demolish a bungalow and replace it with a small cul-de-sac is set to be reviewed by Bath & North East Somerset Council. The original application, submitted for 22 The Tynings in Saltford, was refused … Read More
Warning Raised Over 'Hidden' Cyclopentasiloxane in Everyday Products Monday, June 1, 2026 cyclopentasiloxane cosmetics silicones health safety regulation environment lubricants skincare alternatives A health and wellbeing expert is sounding the alarm about the presence of ‘hidden’ ingredients like cyclopentasiloxane (D5) in widely used personal care products. Lauren Short, founder of the wellness brand … Read More
Secluded Treehouse in Somerset Woods Approved After Six-Year Wait Sunday, May 31, 2026 treehouse somerset bruton architecture planning phosphate environment holiday forestry construction Couples seeking an extraordinary getaway in Somerset can look forward to staying in a secluded treehouse, as planning permission has finally been approved after a prolonged six-year process. Mr. M. Dennis and Ms. F. … Read More
Secluded Treehouse in Somerset Woods Approved After Six-Year Delay Sunday, May 31, 2026 treehouse somerset planning holiday environment architecture phosphate bruton wildlife nature Couples seeking a distinctive holiday escape in Somerset can soon enjoy a secluded treehouse getaway, as planning permission has finally been granted after years of delays. Mr. M. Dennis and Ms. F. Barnett-Howland submitted … Read More
Government Forces Bath and North East Somerset to Double Housing Targets and Weaken Green Planning Rules Sunday, May 31, 2026 housing planning environment government council bath development biodiversity policy scrutiny Councillors in Bath and North East Somerset have expressed frustration after the government imposed significant changes on the council’s housing policies. With the upcoming submission of their new “local plan” — a blueprint … Read More