‘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
The UK Was Letting Us Down, So We Moved to Bulgaria and Bought a £23,400 Home Monday, August 4, 2025 migration bulgaria mortgagefree costofliving family renovation freedom finance uk expats A family of six has found a new lease on life after fleeing the financial pressures of the UK and buying a home in Bulgaria for just £23,400, enabling them to live mortgage-free and drastically reduce their living costs. Amy … Read More
Calls to Save £174k by Not Replacing Bath and North East Somerset CEO Monday, July 28, 2025 ceo bathnes localgovernment costcutting leadership retirement council finance bureaucracy politics Bath and North East Somerset Council faces a decision on whether to replace its chief executive officer, Will Godfrey, who is stepping down next year after six years at the helm. Godfrey, currently earning £174,199 annually, … Read More