A Somerset man has been fined £116,263 after illegally converting protected land into a commercial caravan site, causing serious harm to rare bird habitats. John Holland, 59, of Moorlinch, was sentenced at Taunton Crown Court …
A holidaymaker visiting the South West has expressed frustration after receiving a parking fine for occupying spaces in a village car park that, in reality, no longer exist. Dan Down, from Wiltshire, parked in Cornwall …
New data from Avon & Somerset Police has revealed the top 20 roads in Somerset where drivers are most frequently caught speeding. Between April 2024 and March 2025, the force issued a staggering 140,188 Fixed Penalty Notices …
Newly released data exposes the top 20 roads in Somerset with the highest number of speeding offences, with the M5 and M4 motorways leading the list. According to Avon & Somerset Police, more than 140,000 Fixed Penalty …
Several businesses across Wiltshire have been issued fixed penalty notices (FPNs) amounting to £500 each after illegally placing posters on buildings and street furniture. Wiltshire Council confirmed these fines followed …
A kitchen fitter based in Bath has been ordered to repay over £34,000 after deposit money from customers mysteriously disappeared. John Upson, 50, trading as Kitchens of Bath Ltd, accepted deposits of £12,810.61 and …
As thousands make their way to the Glastonbury Festival this week, whether from across the UK or beyond, it’s crucial to be aware of some important but often overlooked driving rules. Although the festival officially opens on …
Ryanair has announced a new policy aimed at curbing unruly behaviour on its flights by imposing a minimum £500 fine on passengers who are removed from an aircraft due to disruptive conduct. This move is part of the airline’s …
A popular restaurant on Bridgwater’s ‘Celebration Mile’ has had its alcohol licence revoked following multiple findings of illegal employment. The Spice Club Indian restaurant and takeaway, located at 10 Eastover amidst …
Paul Nicholson, 60, from Bristol, has become one of the first individuals in the UK to face prosecution following the ban on XL Bully breeds. Earlier this year, ownership of XL Bullies without an exemption certificate became …
The Liberal Democrats are leading a campaign to impose fines of up to £1,000 on individuals who disturb fellow passengers on public transport by playing loud music through their headphones. Dubbed “headphone dodgers,” these …
Shepton Mallet, known for Babysham, Showerings Cider, and Mulberry handbags, is now addressing a different issue: dog poo. While the town is known for its dog-friendly culture, the increasing presence of dog mess in public …
Bath’s clean air zone has raked in over £7 million in fines since its inception. Between March 2021 and October 2023, a total of 174,755 fines were issued to drivers of non-compliant vehicles in the zone. Most fines were for …
Christmas shoppers in Taunton have been warned about severe delays and congestion at the Sainsbury’s superstore car park during the festive period. Motorists have reported being stuck in long queues for hours, leading to …
A number of motorists in Somerset have recently faced convictions in local courts for various driving offenses. The individuals involved were found guilty of offenses such as using a mobile phone while driving and failing to …