Flooding

Storm

Storm Amy Named as UK Prepares for 80mph Winds and Heavy Rain

The Met Office has officially named the first storm of the 2025/26 season: Storm Amy. Following two recent hurricanes in the Atlantic, a rapidly intensifying low-pressure system is set to impact the UK this Friday, October …

By James Robinson · · 2 min read

Housing

Plans Approved for 180 New Homes on Farmland at Hilperton Edge

Wiltshire Council has approved plans to build 180 new homes on farmland near Trowbridge, despite strong local opposition and concerns from councillors. Barratt Homes submitted the application to develop the site at Maxcroft …

By Tommy Wathen · · 2 min read

Yeovil

Judicial Review Threatens 765-Home Expansion in Yeovil

The ambitious plan to build 765 new homes on the northern edge of Yeovil may be at risk due to a judicial review initiated by Mudford Parish Council. The Abbey Manor Group obtained outline planning permission from Somerset …

By Charles Bowser · · 3 min read

Yeovil

Judicial Review Threatens Future of 765-Home Yeovil Expansion

A major housing project on the outskirts of Yeovil, proposed to deliver 765 homes along with commercial space and community facilities, is facing serious obstacles as a judicial review looms. The Abbey Manor Group secured …

By James Robinson · · 3 min read

Somerset

Somerset MPs Urge Action Against Flood Prevention Funding Cuts

Somerset’s MPs have voiced serious concerns over planned cuts to flood prevention and river maintenance in the county, urging Parliament to debate the issue urgently. In mid-August, the Environment Agency (EA) revealed it …

By James Robinson · · 2 min read

Cotfordstluke

Further 80 Homes Approved for Small Somerset Village

Plans to build an additional 80 homes in Cotford St. Luke, a small village in Somerset, have been approved by local councillors. The development, spearheaded by Hallam Land Management, follows earlier permissions granted for …

By James Robinson · · 3 min read

Somerset

Train Services in Somerset Disrupted by Flooded Railway Lines

Travelers in Somerset faced significant disruptions to their journeys this afternoon as flooding led to the cancellation of numerous train services. Persistent heavy rain caused water levels to rise, inundating several …

By Charles Bowser · · 1 min read