Taunton School’s New Director Infuses Passion and Vision into Commercial Ventures Tuesday, September 23, 2025 taunton education leadership commercial community enterprises schools growth pastoral finance Taunton School has welcomed Alex Kemp as its new Director of Commercial Enterprises, marking a strategic appointment that blends deep educational experience with dynamic business acumen. With over sixteen years working at … Read More
Countryfile's Adam Henson Opens Up About Farm Challenges and Financial Struggles with Regenerative Farming Sunday, September 21, 2025 farming regenerative agriculture sustainability crops soil carbon finance countryfile cotswolds Adam Henson, well known as the presenter of Countryfile, has opened up about the challenges he has faced while transitioning to regenerative farming on his 650-hectare Cotswolds Farm Park. During a recent podcast focused on … Read More
‘Shocking waste of public money’ over WECA exit payments Tuesday, September 16, 2025 weca governance exitpayments publicfunds audit localgovernment politics finance scandal accountability The West of England Combined Authority (WECA) has come under fire for spending nearly half a million pounds in one year on exit payments for senior staff, a sum condemned by a councillor as “a completely shocking waste of … Read More
Somerset Council Faces Tough Decisions Without Continued Government Support Monday, September 15, 2025 somerset council budget cuts government finance socialcare children adults overspend Somerset Council is warning that without continued financial support from central government, it may have to make significant cuts to local services. The council has relied heavily on exceptional government funding, known as … Read More
Somerset Council Commits £20 Million to Consultants to Rescue Budget Monday, September 15, 2025 somerset council transformation budget consultants newton finance localgovernment services innovation Somerset Council has approved a £20 million contract with Newton Consulting Ltd. to advance its ongoing transformation programme, despite concerns from councillors and the public. The deal aims to confront mounting financial … Read More
Somerset Biker Turns Passion Into Thriving Business with Major Takeover Sunday, September 7, 2025 motocross offroad biking retail business somerset entrepreneur partnerships finance startup Dirtbikexpress, a leading retailer in off-road sports gear, has entered a new chapter under the ownership of Minehead businessman and motocross enthusiast Tom Radburn. With support from a loan provided by Allica Bank, Tom’s … Read More